Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan in ‘perfect’ condition for rest of World Cup
First-choice Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan is raring to go for the remainder of the Rugby World Cup after declaring his body is in “perfect” condition.
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Jack Crowley jokes about Disneyland trip as Ireland recover from big win over SA
Ireland fly-half Jack Crowley joked about spending his well-earned days off in Disneyland following the fairytale of sealing his country’s statement Rugby World Cup win against South Africa.
Tonga's Fifita hit with four-match ban for high tackle
LYON, France : Tonga loose forward Vaea Fifita has almost certainly seen his last action at this year's World Cup after being banned for four matches for a dangerous tackle on Scotland's Finn Russell last weekend.
Miracle recovery? France captain Dupont could 'no doubt' return for quarter-final
France forwards coach William Servat said on Tuesday he had "no doubt" that emblematic captain Antoine Dupont could return from injury in time for a potential Rugby World Cup quarter-final next month.
Irish pivot expects tough outing against Scots: 'Game plan different compared to the SA game'
Flyhalf Jack Crowley says Scotland will not be taken lightly by Ireland even if the Irish are expected to beat them in their final Pool B match on 7 October and secure their place in the quarter-finals.
Italy to shock All Blacks at RWC 2023? It's 'ludicrous' to think that, says coach
New Zealand may not be rugby's dominant force as they once were but beating them remains more a fanciful dream than a realistic possibility, Italy's defence coach Marius Goosen said on Tuesday.
All Blacks report clean bill of health going into Italy match
LYON, France : The four players on the injury list before the All Blacks headed off to southwest France for the bye week, including skipper Sam Cane, are available for selection for Friday's match against Italy, assistant coach Jason Ryan said on Tuesday.
France give positive Antoine Dupont fitness update
France’s coaching staff have “no doubts” injured captain Antoine Dupont will be available to play in the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup.