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Consolation for Argentina as win over USA secures automatic 2023 qualification

The 2015 semi-finalists endured a disappointing time in Japan but they wrapped up their 2019 campaign with the consolation of qual…

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Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 3:41

Gareth Davies keen on 'another big day at the office'

Wales scrum-half Gareth Davies has scored six tries in seven World Cup games – and he readily admits to relishing the sport’s …

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Online Editors
09 Oct 2019, 1:00

Former Ireland international claims 'refs letting All Blacks cheat'

The Irish are at it again. Not for the first time during the Rugby World Cup, an Irish writer has had a crack at the All Blacks.

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 22:06

Japan basking in public limelight as World Cup quarter-finals beckon

They're the biggest show in Tokyo, airing most days and everyone's hoping they'll get an extended run.

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 20:56

Wallabies happy to be kept on their toes by Michael Cheika

Senior Wallabies say they've bought into coach Michael Cheika's competition-breeds-success approach at the Rugby World Cup, believ…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 20:13

Hawkeye on the radar as World Rugby boss tackles offside defenders

Rugby fans rejoice – the game's bosses are considering drastic action including the use of technology to sort out the offside pr…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 18:17

England's campaign under triple threat as perfect cocktail of bad luck circles

England’s climax to the World Cup group stage against France is facing the triple threat of illness, injury and the approach of …

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 18:11

'We will certainly use 2007 as a reference point... history can inspire us'

Fiji's recent tournament encounters with Wales haven't gone well, but John McKee claims that the exploits in 2007 in France can be…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 13:45

Even though they play Russia on Wednesday, Scotland have issued an injury update for Sunday's showdown with Japan

Scotland have to play Russia on Wednesday in Shizuoka but with a win expected against the minnows, attention is already on Sunday'…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 12:32

How South Africa's players rated versus Canada

South Africa ran amok against Canada in Kobe, shredding the minnows early on with a clinical performance that resulted in two of t…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 10:15

Cobus Reinach clocks fastest ever RWC hat-trick as Springboks run riot in Kobe

South Africa made multiple changes for their game in Kobe but they didn't skip a beat as they carried on the momentum of their win…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 8:39

Ireland's Joey Carbery reveals why he kicked to touch to seal Japan's shock win last month

Joey Carbery was widely criticised in Ireland for kicking the ball into touch to seal Japan's shock win last month, but he insists…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 7:41

World Rugby issues latest typhoon update

A typhoon that has developed over the sea near Japan is threatening to impact on the final weekend of pool matches at the World Cu…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 6:50

The trouble with Ardie Savea and his protective goggles

Ardie Savea's decision to start wearing protective eye goggles has aroused much curiosity at the World Cup and the New Zealander i…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 6:04

'I think it's an incredible call to be honest' - Suspect calls going Japan's way leading to speculation over objectivity for World Cup host

Japan has been the feel-good story of the World Cup so far, with the tier two nation sitting atop Pool A after three wins from thr…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 3:31

The sight of Billy Vunipola wearing ankle boot outside his team hotel will worry England fans

Billy Vunipola appears increasingly unlikely to play any part in England’s final World Cup group game against France.

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 3:19

Wales set to put it all on the line against Fiji

Wales have not topped their pool with a 100% record since the inaugural World Cup 32 years ago.

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 1:06

World Cup chaos: Mutiny call follows axing of French captain ahead of final pool match

France's World Cup campaign is under threat following calls from a controversial rugby figure for players to revolt against the co…

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Online Editors
08 Oct 2019, 0:24

Wallabies welcome 10 new faces into side for first-ever clash against Georgia

The Wallabies have named a new captain in what is a close to full-strength side for their final pool clash against Georgia on Frid…

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Online Editors
07 Oct 2019, 23:26

Could the All Blacks' midfield pairing against Namibia take them to the final?

With one game against Italy to come before a quarter-final against Ireland, Japan or Scotland, what is likely to be the top All Bl…

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Online Editors
07 Oct 2019, 21:30
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