Joe McCarthy delighted after wrestling his way into Ireland’s World Cup squad
Ireland lock Joe McCarthy says wrestling matches and reassuring chats with his younger brother helped pave the way to his maiden Rugby World Cup.
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Live updates as Warren Gatland holds Wales press conference at World Cup and decides team
Wales have arrived in France and will face the media for the first time today ahead of Warren Gatland naming his side for Sunday's opening game against Fiji.
France's dress code dispute: What's behind back-to-school ban on abayas?
Opponents contest the religious nature of the abaya, while proponents insist it's only right to enforce the 2004 law forbidding conspicuous religious symbols in school.
Huge blow for Ireland as Evan Ferguson ruled out of France and Netherlands matches
Evan Ferguson has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifiers against France and Netherlands this week.
Snubbed Wallaby Hooper keeping fit in hope of World Cup chance
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Joe McCarthy ready to wrestle his way into Ireland team
Ireland lock Joe McCarthy says wrestling matches and reassuring chats with his younger brother helped pave the way to his maiden Rugby World Cup.
Great expectations - fans feel the time is now for Ireland at Rugby World Cup
Nine times Ireland have travelled to World Cups in hope and expectation but have come up short on each occasion.
Andy Farrell could opt to play Johnny Sexton in every pool game
Finally, the World Cup will get underway in France this weekend.