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England Sevens name 18-man squad for 2019/20

Head of England Sevens Simon Amor has named his 18-man squad for the 2019/20 season.

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16 Sep 2019, 8:50

Forget baby oil - Scotland opt for an altogether cleaner lubricant

Scotland have brushed up their act ahead of Sunday’s wet and wild World Cup opener with Ireland – by practising with balls soa…

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16 Sep 2019, 8:02

'We don't go out to hurt others. It's part of the game'

Scotland scrum-half Ali Price admits rugby may never solve its concussion problem.

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16 Sep 2019, 6:50

Video - Thousands flock to see Wales training session in Kitakyushu

Wales World Cup campaign had a spectacular lift-off in Kitakyushu on Monday when 15,000 people attended an open training session.

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Online Editors
16 Sep 2019, 5:58

Brumbies drop ticket prices to decade low

The ACT Brumbies have dropped their season membership prices to a 10-year low in response to declining Super Rugby crowds.

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16 Sep 2019, 3:46

Henshaw effectively ruled out of Scotland match

Ireland are refusing to give up hope that Robbie Henshaw can shake off his hamstring injury and play a significant part in the Wor…

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16 Sep 2019, 3:24

David Denton retires at 29

David Denton, the 42-times-capped Scotland back-row forward and former Edinburgh player, has announced his retirement from rugby.

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16 Sep 2019, 2:55

Bundee Aki shrugs off Ireland eligibility criticism

The New Zealand-born centre qualified on residency grounds in 2017 and has been an Ireland mainstay ever since.

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16 Sep 2019, 2:07

'I don't agree, to be honest' - Michael Cheika fires back at Stirling Mortlock's Wallabies criticism

Michael Cheika has described the Wallabies' lead-up to the Rugby World Cup as "perfect" but that has only muddied the selection wa…

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15 Sep 2019, 22:45

'It's hard to beat' - Wallabies great Phil Kearns believes two teams can prevent an All Blacks World Cup hat-trick

While the All Blacks are being tipped by many to win their third successive World Cup title in Japan this year, former Wallabies s…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 22:09

World Cup experience could be defining factor in race for Wallabies' No. 10 jersey

Bernard Foley is banking on his experience from the 2015 World Cup to help solidify his place as Australia's first-choice No. 10 a…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 21:30

Owen Farrell working on tackling technique as World Rugby crack down on dangerous play

England captain Owen Farrell has adjusted his tackle technique in fear of falling foul of World Rugby’s crackdown on dangerous p…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 19:21

Wales train with 'wet balls and baby oil' ahead of World Cup opener

Humid conditions are anticipated throughout the tournament in Japan. England boss Eddie Jones feels his side are fully equipped to…

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15 Sep 2019, 19:17

'Pioneers' - Steve Hansen explains All Blacks mindset as intensity ramps up

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says his side's aim of winning three World Cups in a row is merely a reflection of New Zealand's pio…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 17:27

'There's at least half a dozen teams all capable of beating each other' - Richie McCaw calls a tight race for the Rugby World Cup

McCaw said he believed there were a handful of teams who were all capable of taking this year's title.

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 16:47

Ireland star in line for 'incredible' recovery

Joey Carbery is poised to complete an “incredible” recovery from ankle trouble in time for Ireland’s World Cup opener agains…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 12:49

Foster slams 'mischievous' Sonny Bill Williams rumours

Ian Foster has criticised “mischievous” rumours suggesting Sonny Bill Williams’ World Cup could have been over before it had…

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15 Sep 2019, 10:47

Clive Woodward outlines his fears for England

Woodward believes England have a “real chance” of emulating the side he led to World Cup success in 2003, but has concerns ove…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 9:10

Gatland: 'Down to business now'

Warren Gatland says Wales’ focus is on “competition rugby” as they continue counting down to their World Cup opener against …

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15 Sep 2019, 8:10

Overlooked Wallabies wing joins Australia sevens squad

Overlooked for the Rugby World Cup, Jack Maddocks is joining his older brother Will in the Australian men's sevens squad as they a…

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Online Editors
15 Sep 2019, 2:49
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