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Rugby World Cup - Ireland v Tonga: All you need to know
After getting off the mark in Pool B with an 82-8 victory over Romania, Ireland face a step up in quality when they head for Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes to take on Tonga on Saturday.
David Humphreys: Ireland v Tonga Talking Points
Former Ulster and Ireland out-half David Humphreys assesses the opening round of the Rugby World Cup and challenges facing Andy Farrell's hopeful Ireland side as they face Tonga.
'Grateful' Conor Murray wants to make fourth World Cup count
When Conor Murray first threw the Irish number 9 jersey over his back in 2011, it marked a phenomenal rise for the Munster scrum-half.
Live-wire Roigard guides New Zealand to thrashing of Namibia
Roigard scored two tries and set up two more as flyhalf Damian McKenzie bagged 26 points to kick start the All Blacks' tournament after an opening 27-13 loss to hosts France in Pool A.
Sheppey Rugby Club coach Pete Jones hopes pre-season challenges stand his side in good stead for opening game of new Kent 4 campaign at home to Old Gravesendians
Sheppey Rugby Club’s new season gets under way this weekend.
Portugal make late change to team to face Wales
Portugal have been forced into a late change to their team for the Rugby World Cup Pool C fixture against Wales on Saturday as lock Martim Belo replaces Jose Madeira in the second row.