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Owain Jones
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Owain has been writing and editing about rugby since 2004. He has edited matchday programmes for the WRU, publications for the British & Irish Lions and written for the Guinness Pro14. A regular voice on BBC Radio Wales, from 2011 to 2018, he was the editor of Rugby World Magazine. He has been writing for RugbyPass since 2019.
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9 days ago International Rugby
Tom Willis has become increasingly important for Saracens and England
9 days ago British & Irish Lions
Explaining World Rugby's new off-field sanction process
10 days ago British & Irish Lions
Who would make the greatest Lions XV of the professional era?
30 days ago England Women
300,000 tickets and counting for 'era defining' Rugby World Cup
New Club World Cup gets go ahead for 2028 and 2032
Dominic McKay, Chairman of the EPCR (European Professional Club Rugby), has exclusively revealed to RugbyPass that plans …
Owain Jones
24 May 2025, 15:45
Opinion
Farrell puts his reputation on the line knowing tougher challenges lie ahead
The head coach knows he will come in for flak if the Lions fluff their lines Down Under but is determined to do it his way
Owain Jones
09 May 2025, 15:33
Exclusive
Steve Meehan: 'If you start winning, it’s amazing what effect it has on all fans.'
The former Bath and Toulon coach has taken on the challenge of returning Canadian rugby to its former glories
Owain Jones
20 Mar 2025, 0:33
Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 5 to 1
Wales' late, late show, Sexton's drop-goal, Russell's pass, Super Saturday 2015 and Wales' first Slam since 70s, but which is No.1…
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
07 Mar 2025, 20:41
Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 10 to 6
Wales rock England, Scotland banish hoodoo, and France and Ireland end Grand Slam waits among our next five iconic moments.
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
06 Mar 2025, 17:14
Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 15 to 11
Dupont's freakish power, O'Driscoll's genius, Scotland's sensational comeback and a Croke Park cracker feature in our next five o…
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
05 Mar 2025, 21:05
Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 20 to 16
Capuozzo’s sizzling break, Robinson's electric sidestep and Gatland's third Grand Slam feature among the second five of the tour…
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
04 Mar 2025, 22:51
Opinion
25 Six Nations Memorable Moments: 25 to 21
Bouthier's 90m boot, Zebo's fancy footwork and Hodge's gala day feature among the first five of the tournament's most iconic momen…
Bryn Palmer Jamie Lyall Neil Squires Owain Jones Pat McCarry
04 Mar 2025, 0:34
Opinion
Beaten but unbowed, Welsh rugby shows a defiance that suggest brighter times lie ahead
Matt Sherratt has introduced a level of positivity that has been absent from Welsh rugby for some time, but the must seize upon th…
Owain Jones
24 Feb 2025, 21:27
Opinion
Sherratt parachuted in to inspire Wales as Gatland heads for inglorious exit
Wales have reached a nadir and action had to be taken, leaving a proud rugby nation in search of positivity and hope
Owain Jones
12 Feb 2025, 18:08
Exclusive
Junior Kpoku: 'My goal is to fight for an England place at the 2027 World Cup.'
The U20 World Championship-winning lock on his life in Paris, Henry Pollock and learning from the 'big dogs'
Owain Jones
13 Jan 2025, 18:16
Opinion
Top 100: Why Antoine Dupont is the best player in the world
The RugbyPass Top 100 has stirred up a huge amount of debate but how was the list formulated? With a lot of head-scratching.
Owain Jones
12 Dec 2024, 16:18
Opinion
Wales player ratings vs South Africa | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Warren Gatland's men lost their twelfth Test of 2024 as they were thumped by the World Champion Springboks
Owain Jones
24 Nov 2024, 4:02
Opinion
Sadness pervades as Gatland stands on the brink of Welsh exit
With the Springboks coming to town, and an 11-game losing streak expected to become 12, there are calls for change in Wales
Owain Jones
19 Nov 2024, 17:53
Wales player ratings vs Australia | 2024 Autumn Nations Series
Wales player ratings: Wales lost a record 11th consecutive Test against a rejuvenated Wallabies, to heap further pressure on Warre…
Owain Jones
18 Nov 2024, 2:45
Opinion
England need to face a few home truths if they are to relearn that winning habit
Twickenham played their part in a classic encounter but England contrived to play the part of gallant losers once again
Owain Jones
04 Nov 2024, 19:21
Interview
Harri Deaves: 'It is a dream of mine to one day play for my country.'
The tearaway openside made a huge impression with the Ospreys last season and he has a Wales cap in his sights
Owain Jones
21 Sep 2024, 15:54
Opinion
Gatland needs a catalyst to start the Wales fightback or the game faces a stark future
Wales are on the ropes and in an arena where results matter, they need to give the Welsh public something to cheer about
Owain Jones
05 Jul 2024, 17:08
Exclusive
Gareth Thomas: 'I’ve always thought I was a bit like Dan Carter.'
The ball-playing Ospreys loosehead is finding his voice as a leader he prepares to take on the fearsome Springboks pack
Owain Jones
22 Jun 2024, 1:02
Exclusive
Freddie Steward: 'I wouldn’t say I've had it easy'
The England full-back has competition in the form of George Furbank but will relish the competition for the No 15 shirt
Owain Jones
18 Jun 2024, 5:00
