Ireland report clean bill of health after bruising South Africa showdown
Ireland emerged from a blockbuster win over South Africa with a clean bill of health but wary there are “big tests on the horizon” at the Rugby World Cup.
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Marcus Smith a ‘viable option’ for England at full-back – Richard Wigglesworth
Marcus Smith could be retained at full-back as England progress deeper into the World Cup after excelling in his first start in the position against Chile.
Wales book World Cup quarter-final spot by thrashing Eddie Jones’ Australia
Dominant Wales booked a place in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals after crushing Australia 40-6 and leaving Eddie Jones’ team close to pool-stage elimination.
Scotland romp to vital bonus-point victory over Tonga
Scotland romped to the bonus-point victory they required over Tonga at Stade de Nice to kick-start their World Cup campaign and keep alive their hopes of qualification for the knockout phase.
Andy Farrell hails Ireland’s resilience in thrilling win over South Africa
Andy Farrell hailed the mental strength of his players after Ireland propelled themselves to the cusp of the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with a statement 13-8 success over South Africa.
Josh Adams wants Wales to wrap up quarter-final place with time to spare
Josh Adams says the chance to clinch a Rugby World Cup quarter-final place on Sunday has been a motivational force behind Wales’ preparations to face Australia.
Wales’ destiny in their own hands – 5 talking points ahead of Australia showdown
Wales will book a place in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals if they beat Australia in Lyon on Sunday.
Antoine Dupont has surgery as France captain’s World Cup remains in the balance
France captain Antoine Dupont has undergone surgery after suffering a facial fracture during Les Bleus’ Rugby World Cup victory over Namibia.