Ireland see off resilient Japan to win World Cup opener
Eve Higgins pounced with the key try as Ireland emerged from a test of character to launch their World Cup with a 42-14 victory over Japan.
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Scott Bemand does not expect lasting damage from Ireland’s loss to New Zealand
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand is certain a 40-0 drubbing at the hands of reigning champions New Zealand will not psychologically damage his players ahead of the World Cup quarter-finals.
Braxton Sorensen-McGee scores hat-trick as World Cup holders NZ thrash Ireland
Teenage sensation Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored a hat-trick as World Cup holders New Zealand claimed top spot in Pool C with a crushing 40-0 victory over Ireland in Brighton.
Scott Bemand: Ireland ready for more after battling past Spain
Ireland coach Scott Bemand insisted his team are ready for tougher tests after reaching the World Cup quarter-finals with a 43-27 victory over Spain at Franklin’s Gardens.
Scott Bemand believes battle against Japan will stand Ireland in good stead
Ireland boss Scott Bemand insisted his side’s strength in adversity will stand them in good stead for the rest of the World Cup after overcoming Japan 42-14.
Welsh Rugby Union defends plans to halve number of professional men’s teams
The Welsh Rugby Union has recognised the “hurt and anger” caused by their proposal to reduce the number of professional men’s sides in Wales from four to two, but insisted maintaining the status quo is not the “right thing” to do.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: 5 stars to watch out for
The Women’s Rugby World Cup begins in Sunderland on Friday when hosts England face the United States at the Stadium of Light.
World Cup final tipped to smash attendance record for women’s rugby match
Organisers of the Women’s Rugby World Cup expect next month’s Twickenham final to smash the attendance record for a women’s rugby match.