World Cup debut next step on remarkable rise of Joe McCarthy
Joe McCarthy isn't a World Cup bolter in the traditional sense, but in a squad as settled as Andy Farrell’s, he’s as close to a bolter as you could be.
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Key talking points as Ireland prepare for Rugby World Cup opener against Romania
Ireland launch their Rugby World Cup campaign against Pool B minnows Romania in Bordeaux.
James Ryan urges Ireland to begin Rugby World Cup with ‘real intent’
Vice-captain James Ryan insists Ireland must begin the Rugby World Cup with “real intent” if they have genuine aspirations of being crowned champions.
Mike Catt: Ireland wing Mack Hansen’s dropping not due to disciplinary matter
Assistant coach Mike Catt categorically denied Mack Hansen’s shock omission for Ireland’s Rugby World Cup opener against Romania is down to an internal disciplinary issue.
Gregor Townsend warns Scotland 'underdogs' are going hell for leather to deliver at Rugby World Cup
Gregor Townsend insists Scotland are ready to throw caution to the wind in a bid get their Rugby World Cup campaign off to a winning start.
RWC tickets still available, but would you fork out R25 000 to watch Boks tackle Ireland?
Tickets for the Rugby World Cup are still up for grabs, but fans wanting to watch their favourite team in action will have to fork out considerable amounts.
Liel Abada sweats over Celtic injury fear as muscle complaint sees star set for a scan
Celtic star Liel Abada could be set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up an injury while away with Israel.
No plan to target Sexton, says Romania coach
Romania insist they will not target "world-class" Ireland captain Johnny Sexton on his comeback from almost six months on the sidelines.