Italy surge back to beat Uruguay
Italy produced a stirring second-half fightback to beat Uruguay 38-17 and avoid a shock World Cup defeat at Stade de Nice.
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Tale of two halves as ill-disciplined Italy beat Uruguay at World Cup
Ill-disciplined Italy scored 31 unanswered second-half points to take temporary charge of Pool A with a 38-17 World Cup victory over Uruguay in Nice on Wednesday.
Libbok determined to prove a point in Irish World Cup blockbuster
South Africa's under pressure flyhalf Manie Libbok said he has put "a lot of work" into his kicking at goal ahead of the blockbuster Rugby World Cup pool match between the defending champions and world-ranked number one Ireland.
Springbok numbers game creates fascinating dynamic for Ireland
If you were in any doubt about the magnitude of Saturday's Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting of Ireland and South Africa in Paris, Tuesday evening's Springbok squad announcement was a blunt reminder of what Andy Farrell's side will be facing this weekend.
Ireland may need to win 'ugly' in South Africa clash, says Simon Easterby
Ireland must be adaptable and prepared to grind out an “ugly” win against reigning world champions South Africa, according to defence coach Simon Easterby.
Easterby: Ireland won't be swayed by big Bok bench
Ireland defence coach Simon Easterby says his side won't be sucked in by mind games when it comes to their team selection for Saturday's crucial Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with South Africa (live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player).
'Problems' Manie and Damian hailed as Irish attack guru Catt talks up classic RWC clash
According to Ireland assistant coach Mike Catt, the clash between the World No 1 team and the Springboks, who are ranked No 2, in Paris on Saturday is the kind of match that World Cups are built on.
Wallabies welcome back McDermott and Fa'amausili for crunch Wales match
Scrumhalf Tate McDermott and powerful prop Pone Fa'amausili will be available for Australia's do-or-die clash with Wales at the Rugby World Cup on Sunday in a welcome boost for a Wallabies side rocked by last weekend's loss to Fiji.