All Blacks bounce back from opening defeat with 11-try defeat of Namibia
New Zealand overcame Namibia 71-3 in Toulouse with a ruthless display of attacking to get off the mark in Pool A of the Rugby World Cup.
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Conor Murray says it’s ‘great’ having his father in good health and at World Cup
Ireland scrum-half Conor Murray says it is “great” to have his father back in good health and in France to cheer him on at his fourth – and probably final – Rugby World Cup.
Talking points as Wales face Portugal looking to secure another bonus-point win
Wales play their second game of the Rugby World Cup when they tackle Portugal in Nice on Saturday.
Steve Borthwick concerned by World Rugby’s ‘consistency’ on disciplinary issues
England head coach Steve Borthwick has highlighted World Rugby’s inconsistent approach to disciplinary issues.
Luis Rubiales appears in court over sexual assault allegations
The former president of Spain's soccer federation Luis Rubiales has denied allegations of sexual assault and coercion filed by soccer player Jenni Hermoso over an alleged non-consensual kiss, the prosecutor leading the case said in a preliminary court hearing on Friday.
‘Incredible character, top man’: Peter O’Mahony hails Ireland wing Mack Hansen
Peter O’Mahony says Ireland squad would be lost without “characters” like Mack Hansen in their camp at the Rugby World Cup.
Warren Gatland says Wales can do ‘something special’ and reach World Cup final
Warren Gatland has underlined Wales’ desire to go one better than in three previous Rugby World Cup campaigns and reach the final.
Johnny Sexton does not put personal glory ahead of an Ireland victory over Tonga
Johnny Sexton believes none of his team-mates will care if he surpasses Ronan O’Gara as Ireland’s record points holder during Saturday’s clash with Tonga.