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Josh Raisey

A RugbyPass journalist based in London. Having worked in football and cricket previously, he has found his home with rugby. 

Eddie Jones on the 'massive differences' between English, Australian and Japanese players

Eddie Jones is in quite a unique position in the coaching sphere having coached three different international teams, across vastly…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
21 Nov 2023, 11:28

Watch - World Cup heartache inspires France star to copy Cheslin Kolbe

One of the main positives that France can take from their agonising 29-28 loss to South Africa in the World Cup quarter-final, is …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
21 Nov 2023, 9:38

'I don't like him as a bloke': Eddie Jones rekindles Clive Woodward feud

With Eddie Jones no longer coaching England, and not currently coaching an international team after leaving Australia after the Wo…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
21 Nov 2023, 8:13

Springbok Steven Kitshoff unveiled at first Ulster training session

Three weeks after winning his second World Cup winner's medal, Steven Kitshoff's life as an Ulster player has begun.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
21 Nov 2023, 5:31

French giants reportedly eyeing ex-All Blacks duo Ian Foster and Joe Schmidt

Former All Blacks coaches Ian Foster and Joe Schmidt have made Montpellier's shortlist amid a major coaching reshuffle with the To…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2023, 11:44

Ireland prop provides injury boost for Leinster ahead of Munster showdown

Leinster loosehead Ed Byrne has returned to full training this week ahead of their clash with United Rugby Championship winners Mu…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2023, 10:26

France coaching set-up suffers major exit in World Cup fallout - report

In the wake of their World Cup quarter-final exit, France have suffered another exit with general manager Raphael Ibanez leaving h…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2023, 7:09

South African World Cup winner Hannes Strydom dies aged 58

South African World Cup winner Hannes Strydom has died in a car crash, according to reports in South Africa.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
20 Nov 2023, 4:40

Exeter Chiefs issue statement regarding Ugo Monye racism accusation

Exeter Chiefs have announced that they will be "launching a full investigation" into the accusations made by Ugo Monye that he was…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
19 Nov 2023, 13:49

Alun Wyn Jones to captain Toulon in final match of his career

Wales great Alun Wyn Jones is set to start for Toulon on Saturday against ASM Clermont Auvergne in what will be the final match of…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 11:53

The All Blacks ethic that left its mark on ex England U20 winger in NZ

Though Bath to Cardiff is one of the shortest moves a player could make, particularly between leagues, new signing Gabriel Hamer-W…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 11:32

Bath sign Italy hooker after Hurricanes stint

Bath have announced the signing of Italy hooker Hame Faiva, providing plenty of front row depth for head coach Johann van Graan. …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 10:26

Bongi Mbonambi reports 'successful' surgery after World Cup final injury

South Africa hooker Bongi Mbonambi has confirmed that his surgery on his injured knee was a success, as he now faces a long spell …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 9:55

Marcus Smith eyes allegiance switch when 'dream' England career ends

England and Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith has expressed a desire to one day "be involved in Philippine rugby" when his current …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 8:42

Leinster to unleash Ireland big guns for Scarlets clash

Leinster head coach Leo Cullen has named a near full strength side to face the Scarlets tomorrow in the United Rugby Championship …

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 7:29

'We must take action': Australia unions demand chair Hamish McLennan resigns

Six Rugby Australia unions have collectively penned a letter to Rugby Australia Chair Hamish McLennan and the Rugby Australia Boar…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 5:39

World Cup winning Springbok returns to start for Sharks

The Sharks are set to welcome back World Cup winning South Africa centre Lukhanyo Am for their contest against Connacht at Kings P…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
17 Nov 2023, 5:10

Fabien Galthie convinces France star to make retirement U-turn - report

France and La Rochelle prop Uini Atonio is set to come out of international retirement and make himself available for the Six Nati…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Nov 2023, 14:32

Melvyn Jaminet's mid-season Toulouse exit is confirmed

France fullback Melvyn Jaminet has left Top 14 champions Toulouse in order to join Toulon, both clubs have confirmed.

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Nov 2023, 12:28

The 15s players who make a dream Team GB Olympic 7s team

With France captain Antoine Dupont set to miss the Six Nations next year as he prepares to make a switch to represent France Seven…

Josh Raisey
Josh Raisey
16 Nov 2023, 10:42
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