Ireland eyeing Springboks in Rugby Championship sprint
As Ireland's players enjoy the last couple of days of their down-week before returning to World Cup training camp on Sunday night, their tournament rivals are getting down to business.
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Ireland Rugby World Cup warm-up games live on RTÉ
Ireland's Rugby World Cup warm-up games against Italy, England and Samoa will be shown live on RTÉ.
Jamie Joseph to step down as Japan coach after World Cup
Jamie Joseph said he will step down as Japan head coach after this year's Rugby World Cup in France.
Potential Johnny Sexton ban not affecting Ireland preparation - Garry Ringrose
If Johnny Sexton is worried about the possibility of serving a ban then he's not showing it, according to Garry Ringrose.
Luke Cowan-Dickie out of World Cup as Steve Borthwick names training squad
Luke Cowan-Dickie has been ruled out of the Rugby World Cup through injury, while back rower Zach Mercer was a high-profile absentee from the 41-man official training squad named by England coach Steve Borthwick.
Johnny Sexton to face EPCR disciplinary board over Champions Cup conduct
The EPCR have confirmed that Ireland captain Johnny Sexton will appear before a disciplinary committee next month, in relation to his conduct after the Champions Cup final at the Aviva Stadium in May.
Wales skipper Ken Owens emerges as World Cup doubt
Wales captain Ken Owens has been ruled out of their World Cup training squad due to injury.
Billy Vunipola hopes to be fit for World Cup despite knee operation
Billy Vunipola has undergone a minor operation on his injured knee but expects to be fit for the Rugby World Cup.