Nick Purewal
Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association....
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Nick Purewal is Rugby Correspondent at The Standard, covering men’s and women’s Test rugby, club rugby and London football. Nick has covered five men’s Rugby World Cups in a career spanning almost 20 years. A multi award-winning sports journalist, Nick started in news at the Grimsby Telegraph, before stints at the Newcastle Chronicle, Gloucester Citizen and the Press Association.
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Ex-Chelsea owner Abramovich loses legal challenge against EU sanctions
Sanctions are related to Russian invasion of Ukraine
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Dombrandt interview: 'World Cup heartache has helped me refocus'
The No8 looked certain to head to the World Cup but was overlooked at the final hurdle
Howley completes emotional Wales return with role on Gatland's staff
Former scrum-half signs up four years after betting breach
Ireland coach Farrell commits long-term future as Lions stint teed up
IRFU tie down head coach for fresh Rugby World Cup bid in 2027
Saracens boost as Vunipola red card rescinded in Champions Cup
Independent panel accept appeal after dismissal vs Bulls
Itoje interview: England star championing African art at his gallery
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Stadium of Light to host England in 2025 Women's World Cup opener
49,000 tickets to be put on sale for the tournament curtain-raiser, with Twickenham to stage final
Bulls boss sorry for booing of 'phenomenal' Farrell in Champions Cup
Former Springboks chief baffled as home fans jeer Farrell in Sarries loss at Loftus Versfeld
Eddie Jones to clinch Japan return just six weeks after Australia exit
Former England boss will take over the Brave Blossoms again after Wallabies World Cup disaster
Arundell set to pause England career by extending Racing 92 stay
Former London Irish wing is expected to sign a new two-year contract in Paris, making him off limits for international selection
Swashbuckling Smith states England case in Champions Cup masterclass
Quins playmaker thrives as Racing 92 are edged out in Paris thriller, proving he can succeed Owen Farrell
Arundell handed Six Nations ultimatum as RFU insist on England return
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RFL lowers rugby league tackle height in bid to improve player safety
44 recommendations are set to be imposed in English rugby league, including outlawing tackling above the armpit
Harlequins star Will Joseph backed to push England Six Nations claim
Joseph has slotted in seamlessly as Joe Marchant's replacement at Quins - could he do the same at international level?
Exclusive: Saracens star reveals key secret weapon behind success
Exclusive: Christie is reaping the rewards of work with former Sarries star Calum Clark, now a performance psychologist
Exclusive: RPA chief Day urges more mental health support in rugby
Exclusive: Rugby Players' Association general secretary insists clubs and the RFU can do more to help the sport's stars