Six tries scored, but defence the standout for Ireland in hammering of Scots
With just under 15 minutes played at the Stade de France on Saturday Ireland had barely touched the ball, and yet their win against Scotland felt almost inevitable.
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Kieran Hardy gets World Cup call as Wales look to boost scrum-half options
Scarlets scrum-half Kieran Hardy has been called into Wales’ World Cup squad.
Gregor Townsend eager for Scotland’s old heads to prolong international careers
Gregor Townsend is hopeful no Scotland players will decide to call time on their international careers in the wake of their demoralising World Cup pool-stage exit.
Stuart McCloskey banishes retirement thoughts to enjoy memorable World Cup debut
Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey revealed he had considered retiring from international rugby as he savoured the special memory of making a World Cup debut in front of his newborn son.
Donal Lenihan: I fancy Ireland to beat the All Blacks
Donal Lenihan believes Ireland are in a "brilliant place" as he tipped Andy Farrell's side to earn an historic Rugby World Cup quarter-final win over New Zealand on Saturday.
Fiji reach Rugby World Cup quarter-finals despite historic first win for Portugal
The Pacific Islanders needed a point to progress and knock two-time champions Australia out in the group phase for the first time in World Cup history.
Fiji advance to quarter-finals at Australia's expense despite famous Portugal win
Fiji advanced to face England in the quarter-finals of the World Cup, eliminating Australia, despite suffering a stunning 24-23 loss to Portugal who secured their first ever win in this tournament at the eighth attempt.
Tonga go out with a win but Romania battle to the end
Tonga beat Romania 45-24 in the final Pool B game at the World Cup.