Fast-starting Fiji beat Samoa in Pacific Nations Cup in ominous sign ahead of World Cup
Fiji moved to the top of the Pacific Nations Cup standings and fired another Rugby World Cup warning shot with a 33-19 Test win over Samoa on Saturday.
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Fiji strike early to down Samoa in Apia
Hooker Tevita Ikanivere scored two early tries as Fiji rode a strong start to beat Samoa 33-19 in the Pacific Nations Cup in Apia on Saturday and continue their encouraging preparations for the World Cup in France.
Japan captain Leitch gets three-match ban but clear for World Cup
Japan captain Michael Leitch, who received a red card in their 24-22 defeat by Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup this month, has been handed a three-match ban but will be able to play at the World Cup.
Australian Indigenous players hit out at 'empty symbolism' at World Cup
SYDNEY : Current and former international soccer players from Australia's Indigenous community have criticised the lack of legacy funding targeting First Nations football as the country hosts the Women's World Cup.
'TMO Bunker' to be used for Rugby World Cup warm-up games
A video replay and foul play review systems will be among the innovations set to appear in Ireland's upcoming Rugby World Cup warm-up games, with a view towards implementing the "TMO Bunker" at the tournament in France later this year.
Video replay, foul play review to feature in Summer Nations Series
A video replay and foul play review systems will be among the innovations set to appear in the Summer Nations Series being played in Europe, Six Nations Rugby said on Monday.
Leitch red card costs Japan in Samoa Rugby World Cup dress rehearsal
Japan admitted they would have to toughen up mentally ahead of the Rugby World Cup after losing to Samoa on Saturday following a first-half red card for veteran Michael Leitch.
Focus turns to RWC warm-ups in Ireland camp
Week two of block two is complete in Ireland's Rugby World Cup training camp. When they return to Carton House on Sunday 30 July they'll be into their opening game week, and the real business will begin.