Wales edge out Fiji in nerve-shredding World Cup thriller in Bordeaux
Wales held their nerve in a frantic and pulsating Rugby World Cup clash to beat Fiji 32-26 and put themselves on course for the quarter-finals.
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Scotland fall to South Africa in bruising World Cup opener
Scotland suffered a demoralising start to their World Cup campaign as world champions South Africa squeezed the life out of them in Marseille.
Rugby World Cup: Robbie Henshaw to be available for Ireland's clash with Tonga
Ireland expect Robbie Henshaw to be available for next weekend’s Rugby World Cup clash with Tonga as part of a potentially fully-fit squad.
George Ford masterclass earns 14-man England an opening World Cup win
George Ford masterminded a remarkable England victory forged in adversity after Argentina were toppled 27-10 in their World Cup opener despite Tom Curry being sent off in the third minute.
Fit, healthy and firing – Andy Farrell hails Johnny Sexton's Ireland comeback
Andy Farrell was delighted to have Johnny Sexton back “firing on all cylinders” following the Ireland captain’s record-breaking return in a 12-try demolition of Romania.
Key talking points as Ireland prepare for Rugby World Cup opener against Romania
Ireland launch their Rugby World Cup campaign against Pool B minnows Romania in Bordeaux.
James Ryan urges Ireland to begin Rugby World Cup with ‘real intent’
Vice-captain James Ryan insists Ireland must begin the Rugby World Cup with “real intent” if they have genuine aspirations of being crowned champions.
Mike Catt: Ireland wing Mack Hansen’s dropping not due to disciplinary matter
Assistant coach Mike Catt categorically denied Mack Hansen’s shock omission for Ireland’s Rugby World Cup opener against Romania is down to an internal disciplinary issue.