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Chris Jones

Rugby and tennis correspondent of the Evening Standard for 22 years . Now in Sunday Times, ESPN,Mail on Sunday, Express, Mailonline and RugbyPass.

Interview

'That was the first time I ever played against Faz... it was strange'

Mako Vunipola has a wealth of rugby experiences after a trophy-laden career with Saracens but hearing Owen Farrell’s unmistakabl…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
10 Oct 2024, 6:01

Jerry Tuwai on the verge of taking Fiji comeback to another level

Double Olympic gold medal winner Jerry Tuwai, whose future in the Fiji sevens squad was being seriously questioned under former he…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
02 Jul 2024, 4:00

Fiji relishing 'tough pool' as they aim for third gold medal in a row

Fiji sevens national coach Osea Kolinisau is using the experience of double Olympic gold medal winner Jerry Tuwai to prepare his p…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
27 Jun 2024, 10:15

Fiji boss' latest comments suggest Hoskins Sotutu has decision to make

England will face stiff opposition from Flying Fijians head coach Mick Byrne if in-form Blues No8 Hoskins Sotutu decides to give u…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
26 Jun 2024, 9:38

Latest stadium development set to save Bath £1m despite opposition

Beaten Gallagher Premiership finalists Bath have won a significant off-the-field victory that will save £1m despite angering some…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
12 Jun 2024, 5:02
Exclusive

Barnard Castle: English rugby nursery's latest batch of brothers

The rugby masters at Barnard Castle have an unerring ability to recognise outstanding talent, particularly in sets of brothers wit…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
06 Jun 2024, 10:04
Exclusive

Sam Matavesi's daring request to Navy admiral before cup semi-final

Northampton hooker Sam Matavesi is the Royal Navy’s most high profile professional rugby player which is why he had to ask an Ad…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
28 May 2024, 10:39

Jerry Tuwai makes dramatic Fiji return despite social spat

Two time Olympic gold medalist Jerry Tuwai has proved the doubters wrong and fought is way back into the  the Fiji Airways Men’…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
24 May 2024, 5:55

Zach Mercer challenged by boss to win over Steve Borthwick in final

Gloucester boss George Skivington believes the uniquely talented Zach Mercer can use Gloucester’s European Challenge Cup final w…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
21 May 2024, 10:25

Skivington hints Gloucester have already checked out of Premiership

Argentina international Santi Carreras is in a race against time to help Gloucester's bid for a third European Challenge Cup trium…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
08 May 2024, 11:34

Winless Newcastle boss Steve Diamond calls for relegation return

Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond would back a fast track system that would allow London Irish, Worcester Warriors and Wasps to…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
07 May 2024, 12:18

How 'very smart' ex-GAA star introduced by O'Gara is aiding Gloucester

Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington believes the leadership training of Jonny Cooper, the former Gaelic football star, …

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
02 May 2024, 5:52
Interview

'I want to be the best No9 in the world': Varney's new confidence

Gloucester scrum-half Stephen Varney helped Italy enjoy a historic Guinness Six Nations championship this year, but now many of hi…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
01 May 2024, 11:36

'He was the one guy who truly kept Semi Radradra under wraps'

Bristol Bears boss Pat Lam has hailed South African centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg as a “coach’s dream” who has become a …

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
24 Apr 2024, 12:45

Caleb Muntz takes positive step in recovery from RWC-ending injury

Caleb Muntz, who helped the Flying Fijians record an historic first win over England but then seriously damaged his knee on the ev…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
22 Apr 2024, 11:33

Fiji Sevens rated just 5 out of 10 for fitness

Fiji men’s 7s coach Osea Kolinisau, who is in a race against time to help defend the country’s Olympic Games sevens gold medal…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
19 Apr 2024, 4:59
Interview

Diamond eyeing 'oven-ready' South African as he promises more signings

Newcastle Falcons boss Steve Diamond is looking for “oven-ready” players as he continues a squad clearout at the Gallagher Pre…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
17 Apr 2024, 7:53
Interview

'I've had some dark times': Hastings opens up on 'hellish' injuries

Gloucester outside half Adam Hastings has an uncanny ability to capture the attention of social media, including an incredible dro…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
17 Apr 2024, 3:20

How the 'ruthless' Premiership is punching far above its weight

Gloucester boss George Skivington believes the success of Premiership clubs in the Investec Champions Cup and the European Challen…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
16 Apr 2024, 10:43

'A big man now': Bulked-up Llewellyn tipped to fill void left by North

Gloucester director of rugby George Skivington believes Max Llewellyn, who has put on 7kgs since moving to the Gallagher Premiersh…

Chris Jones
Chris Jones
09 Apr 2024, 9:49
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