Rugby World Cup to be expanded to 24 teams in 2027
The next World Cup will be expanded to 24 teams as part of a new global calendar approved by World Rugby’s council.
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World Rugby investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
World Rugby has opened an investigation into the alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by South Africa hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi in Saturday’s World Cup semi-final.
Jean Kleyn: RWC final with South Africa ‘outside realm of thinking’ months ago
Former Ireland international Jean Kleyn acknowledges being on the verge of becoming a world champion with his native South Africa was “outside the realm of thinking” just months ago.
England call up Brydon Carse to World Cup squad in place of injured Reece Topley
Struggling England have called up Brydon Carse to replace the injured Reece Topley but the 28-year-old fast-bowler is unlikely to feature in their next game against Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Courtney Lawes to retire from England duty when Rugby World Cup ends
Test centurion Courtney Lawes will retire from England duty following the Rugby World Cup.
South Africa investigating alleged racist abuse directed at England’s Tom Curry
South Africa have begun investigating an alleged racist slur directed at England flanker Tom Curry by their hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi.
England have until Monday to report alleged racial slur aimed at Tom Curry
England have until Monday morning to lodge a complaint after Tom Curry alleged he was the victim of a racist slur in Saturday’s 16-15 World Cup semi-final defeat by South Africa.
Steve Borthwick upbeat about England’s future after agonising Boks defeat
Steve Borthwick vowed to use England’s heartbreaking World Cup semi-final exit at the hands of South Africa to sow a seed for future success.