5 h. ago England respond to Owen Farrell's public statement and Wales star eases crisis

These are the rugby stories making headlines on Monday, October 20.

Events

8 h. ago England still face international battle for Arsenal star despite controversial call

Arsenal full-back Taylor Hinds has been called up to the England squad for the first time despite previously representing Jamaica.

Events

9 h. ago Son of England star Stuart Pearce dies, aged 21, in tractor accident

Harley Pearce died at the scene

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10 h. ago Stuart Pearce's son, 21, dies in horrifying tractor crash as England icon mourns loss

Former England star Stuart Pearce's son, Harley, has died at the age of 21 after being involved in a farm vehicle accident on a country road near their family home in Wiltshire.

Events

11 h. ago Rashid and Salt star as England thrash New Zealand in second men’s T20I

England, 236-4, beat New Zealand, 171, by 65 runsAdil Rashid takes four wickets after Phil Salt’s 85If rain potentially saved England from defeat in the first game of this series, in the second it arrived too late to help New Zealand. A 129-run partnership between Phil Salt and Harry Brook powered the tourists towards a score of 236 for four and, though the Black Caps demonstrated some mighty power-hitting of their own, they simply could not do it often enough, and too regularly lost wickets in trying.Adil Rashid took four wickets and Jordan Cox three catches as New Zealand were dismissed for 171 with two overs remaining, England winning by 65. By the time the forecast downpour arrived, the heavens opening as if fed up with having cricket balls repeatedly hit into them, the game was over. Continue reading...

Politics

11 h. ago Salt marvels at Brook after England thrash New Zealand in second men’s T20I

England, 236-4, beat New Zealand, 171, by 65 runsRashid takes four wickets after Salt’s 85 and Brook’s 78If the first game of this series was ruined by a downpour, the second was won by a deluge. A 129-run partnership between Phil Salt and Harry Brook powered the tourists towards a score of 236 for four, England smashing 34 boundaries and the record score on this ground, leaving New Zealand a forlorn chase which ended when their last wicket fell with two overs remaining and 65 still required.The Black Caps demonstrated some mighty power-hitting of their own but they simply could not do it often enough, and too regularly lost wickets in trying, with England’s fielding despite a swirling wind as impeccable as their opponents’ had been unreliable. Adil Rashid took four wickets, and Jordan Cox three catches, as New Zealand were dismissed for 171. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Today's rugby news as England axe top star and pundit 'lost for words' before call

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and the wider world

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34 h. ago England rugby star's 'inappropriate' Prince Andrew joke on Zara Tindall's big day

A former rugby star who played alongside Mike Tindall for England has opened up about his connections to the Royal Family, and even said he once cracked a joke about Prince Andrew

Politics

38 h. ago Wales expected to call in new faces and England rocked as top star quits

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond

Politics

52 h. ago Strictly's Chris Robshaw opens up about 'feelings of not being good enough' as he reveals he struggled mentally after retiring from rugby

The former rugby union star, 39, played for England from 2012 until 2015 before retiring from the sport altogether in 2022.

Sport

53 h. ago Chelsea sent concerning Cole Palmer injury verdict after Enzo Maresca admission

Chelsea will have to cope without Cole Palmer for at least the next six weeks but Glenn Hoddle has stressed the England star's injury could be an issue beyond then

Events

58 h. ago Liverpool backed into corner as Marc Guehi transfer statement made

Liverpool failed to sign Marc Guehi this summer but, amid their injury issues and fresh reports, they could well be forced to move for the England star in January

Politics

61 h. ago Mike Tindall honestly addressed issues with marriage to Zara

Mike Tindall is celebrating his 47th birthday today but the former England rugby star has previously admitted that his marriage to Zara is "not that easy"

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62 h. ago Mike Tindall openly admitted marriage to Zara 'is not that easy' and addressed issues

Mike Tindall is celebrating his 47th birthday today, but the former England rugby star has previously admitted that his marriage to Zara is "not that easy"

Politics

5 d. ago England: Thomas Tuchel sends Jude Bellingham message after star misses World Cup qualification

Real Madrid midfielder was omitted from recent squad that sealed World Cup qualification

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5 d. ago Thomas Tuchel makes Jude Bellingham feelings clear ahead of talks with England star

England star Jude Bellingham was left out of Thomas Tuchel's most recent squad with the likes of Morgan Rogers performing well for the Three Lions in his absence

Politics

5 d. ago Man City want £75m England star with Pep Guardiola driving deal for Chelsea target

Manchester City are plotting a £75m raid on Nottingham Forest for rising star and England midfielder Elliot Anderson, with Pep Guardiola believed to be a huge admirer of the player

Economics

5 d. ago Chelsea and Man City in £75m transfer battle as Enzo Maresca and Pep Guardiola lock horns

EXCLUSIVE: Manchester City are plotting a £75m raid for an England star, but face stiff competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea for his signature

Economics

5 d. ago Thomas Tuchel will pick star to control Jude Bellingham's ego in England World Cup squad

OPINION: England boss Tuchel is not afraid to make tough decisions, which is a good job, because he has a lot ahead of him when he selects his final squad for the 2026 World Cup

Politics

5 d. ago England star names his ultimate XV and current Wales player makes cut

The England star has named his dream XV

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