World Cup semi-finals: The stats behind Spain v Sweden and England v Australia
Spain take on Sweden and England face co-hosts Australia in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals.
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England scrumhalf out of Rugby World Cup with ankle injury
England scrumhalf Jack Van Poortvliet has been ruled out of the Rugby World Cup after suffering an ankle injury.
Mitchell replaces injured Van Poortvliet in England World Cup squad
LONDON : England have called up Northampton's Alex Mitchell to replace Jack van Poortvliet in their World Cup squad after the scrumhalf was ruled out of the tournament having sustained an ankle injury in Saturday's 19-17 win over Wales, the RFU said on Monday.
Sweden and Spain gear up for 'high pressure' World Cup semi-final
SYDNEY : The penultimate stage of a major tournament is familiar territory for Sweden and although they have failed to clear that hurdle several times recently, that strong pedigree could serve them well against Spain in their Women's World Cup semi-final.
England skipper Farrell to miss start of Rugby World Cup after another dangerous hit?
Owen Farrell will learn on Tuesday if he is to miss England's critical Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina after he was sent off for a dangerous tackle against Wales.
Sweden happy for centre back Ilestedt to be leading their World Cup scoring
AUCKLAND : Sweden centre back Amanda Ilestedt looms as an unlikely candidate to claim the Golden Boot at the Women's World Cup but it comes as no surprise to her team mates.
Erik ten Hag admits he wants more signings at Manchester United
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admits he would like more signings before the transfer window closes.
Lakshya Sen Counting On Recent Form To Win Medal At World Championships
A maiden medal at the Asian Games and breaking into the world's top 5 remain on his radar but Lakshya Sen's first priority is to extend his rich vein of form at the World Championships. And, he is counting on his recent showing to deliver the goods. After enduring a rough patch, Sen turned around his fortune with a title-winning run in Canada in July and followed it up with two semifinal finishes at the US Open and Japan Open. The 21-year-old from Almora, who claimed a maiden bronze at the World Championships in 2021, will hope to secure another medal when he begins his campaign in Copenhagen, Denmark on August 21.