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Sion Parry, named Wales-born captain of Ebbw Vale, has been allotted national duties with Canada, missing the SRC early rounds as he chases a World Cup spot in 2027. He balances carpentry with international rugby as he trains for Tests against Fiji, Japan and the USA in the Pacific Nations Cup and beyond.
Shaun Edwards has joined England’s Red Roses as a consultant for the remainder of the WXV Global Series, working with defence coach Sarah Hunter as England prepare for matches against New Zealand and other nations. The move follows England’s 26-26 draw with Canada that ended their 39-game winning streak.
England has clinched a late win over New Zealand in a gripping Twickenham clash, extending their World Cup-era resilience under new coaching and amid a tougher WXV Global Series.
Exeter end their campaign victory drought with a 34-28 win over Newcastle at Sandy Park, led by Christian Wade’s first-half hat-trick and a late shout from Bachuki Tchumbadze. Jake Dalziel becomes Newcastle’s youngest Prem player, while Wade closes in on the all-time Prem try record as crowds struggle for value.
Canada has defeated England 24-21 in Toronto, snapping England’s four-year, 41-game unbeaten streak. The win sets up a rematch in Ottawa on 23 October, as Canada capitalizes on a record North American crowd of 18,621. England sought attacking momentum but was edged by Canada's composed showing and late Seumanutafa score.