Wales v Fiji (Thu) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Warren Gatland selects his strongest available team to face Fiji with Wales on the brink of the quarter-finals.

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France make 12 changes for Canada http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Winger Remy Grosso is set for his Test debut as France make 12 changes for their World Cup match against Canada.

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Du Preez to captain South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fourie du Preez will captain South Africa in their World Cup Pool B game with Scotland in Newcastle on Saturday.

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Ireland's Payne doubt for Italy game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster centre Jared Payne is an injury concern for Ireland ahead of Sunday's World Cup match against Italy.

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Naholo back for NZ after leg break http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand winger Waisake Naholo will play against Georgia, less than three months after breaking his leg.

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Vernon ready for Springboks battle http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland centre Richie Vernon, yet to feature at the World Cup, would love a chance to take on powerful South Africa.

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Morgan has Shane magic - McBryde http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales forwards coach Robin McBryde says full-back Matthew Morgan can emulate legendary ex-wing Shane Williams against Fiji.

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Wales must be unbeaten, says Gibbs http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Legendary centre Scott Gibbs says after beating England in the World Cup, Wales must also see off Fiji and Australia in Pool A.

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VIDEO: The Hit: Tonga on song, Wales prepare http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport looks at how Wales are preparing for their crucial World Cup Pool A match with Fiji, while Tonga beat Namibia 35-21 in Pool C.

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'Angry England united by criticism' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will use criticism from Will Carling to create unity before their World Cup match with Australia, says Martin Corry.

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Gatland threatens to drop Wales stars http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland gives tells his Wales stars that anyone lacking intensity in training will be dropped from the team to face Fiji.

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'World Cup needs longer breaks' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland believes World Rugby needs to consider longer breaks between matches at future World Cups.

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Cave defends Payne Ireland displays http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Darren Cave praises the World Cup efforts of fellow Ireland centre Jared Payne following criticism by Matt Williams.

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Fiji make six changes to face Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji make six changes to their team to play Wales in crucial World Cup Pool A match in Cardiff.

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Scots call up Cowan as replacement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland call up Blair Cowan as an injury replacement after Grant Gilchrist's World Cup was ended by injury.

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Matavesi signs new Ospreys contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Josh Matavesi, who is on World Cup duty with Fiji, signs a new three-year contract with Ospreys.

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Biggar to be Wales' 'best ever' 10 http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' World Cup hero Dan Biggar can become the best fly-half to have played for the country, says his ex-coach Lyn Jones.

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Skelton & Palu out for Australia http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia forwards Will Skelton and Wycliff Palu are out for the rest of the World Cup because of injuries.

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Australia game 'as big as it gets' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's must-win World Cup match with Australia on Saturday is "as big as it gets", says assistant coach Andy Farrell.

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Giant Fijian Nadolo banned for Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji wing Nemani Nadolo is out of their World Cup match against Wales on Thursday after being banned for one game.

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Billy Vunipola out of World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forward Billy Vunipola is ruled out of the rest of the Rugby World Cup with a knee ligament strain.

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Injury-hit Wales add Hook & Anscombe http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scott Williams and Hallam Amos are ruled out of the World Cup, so Wales add backs James Hook and Gareth Anscombe to their squad.

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Gossip: 'England are toothless' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former players lay into England after their defeat by Wales as a Romania player proposes to his girlfriend, plus more.

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England can beat Australia - Guscott http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England can still beat Australia, Wales' Dan Biggar "was immense", Scotland can down South Africa and Ireland look good, says Jeremy Guscott.

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Wood not cited over Williams clash http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England flanker Tom Wood is warned but not cited over the incident which saw Wales' Liam Williams knocked unconscious.

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Kearney injury concern for Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland full-back Rob Kearney is a doubt for Sunday's World Cup Pool D clash against Italy at the Olympic Stadium.

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Scots' Gilchrist out of World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland lock forward Grant Gilchrist is ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with a groin injury.

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Wales to pick strong side for Fiji http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defence coach Shaun Edwards says Wales are unlikely to rest players against Fiji in the World Cup pool game Cardiff on Thursday.

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VIDEO: The Hit: Scots' joy, Brown's blues http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at a good day for Scotland and Ireland as they secure convincing victories at the Rugby World Cup.

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'Scotland near World Cup crossroads' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Two wins and two bonus points for Scotland - but "brutal" Rugby World Cup traffic approaches, writes Tom English.

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'Frustrated England must stay united' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England must stay "united" and focus on next weekend's "knockout" World Cup game with Australia, says boss Stuart Lancaster.

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'Ireland's World Cup just starting' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt says Ireland's World Cup is only now getting underway after Sunday's bonus-point victory over Romania.

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Namibia & Tonga make World Cup changes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Namibia make eight changes and Tonga nine for Tuesday's World Cup Pool C match after both lost their opening games.

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Cotter unsure of Russell injury http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Vern Cotter is unsure of the fate of injured stand-off Finn Russell and back row Grant Gilchrist.

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Bruised Bok behemoths await Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After a thunderous duel and rejuvenating victory over Samoa, battle-hardened South Africa prepare to face Scotland.

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Heat on England if Wales beat Fiji http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

After beating England in Twickenham, Wales coach Warren Gatland says a win over Fiji would heap more pressure on their Pool A rivals.

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VIDEO: How Welsh priest celebrated victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Shaun Edwards demonstrates how a Welsh priest greeted his congregation on the morning after Wales' 28-25 World Cup win over England.

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Australia 65-3 Uruguay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia run in 11 tries as they stroll to victory over Uruguay in the biggest win of Rugby World Cup 2015 so far.

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Captain De Villiers out of World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa captain Jean de Villiers is ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup with a fractured jaw.

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'England panicked under pressure' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England panicked under pressure in their 28-25 Rugby World Cup loss to Wales, says Wales legend Sir Gareth Edwards.

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VIDEO: The Hit: Wales beat England in epic http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at Dan Biggar's flawless performance as he kicked Wales to a 28-25 victory over England at Twickenham in the Rugby World Cup.

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'Wales delivered a win like no other' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales produced a performance of belief, guts and fight to beat an England side undone by 'brain freeze', says Tom Fordyce.

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England made line-out error - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says England blundered by not going for a late penalty kick that could have drawn their match at Twickenham.

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'Players made England penalty call' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Stuart Lancaster says it was his players' choice not to kick a late penalty for goal in their defeat by Wales.

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Injury concerns mount for Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scott Williams, Liam Williams and Hallam Amos all suffer worrying injuries in Wales' World Cup game against England at Twickenham.

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Much-changed Ireland face Romanians http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland will be expected to prove too strong for Romania despite making 12 changes for their second World Cup Pool D game at Wembley.

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The Rugby World Cup's best beards http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Thumping hits, sparkling tries - and some of the bushiest beards in World Cup history. BBC Sport looks at the best.

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Wales out to 'prove doubters wrong' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Dan Biggar says Wales will aim to prove the doubters wrong when they face England in the World Cup on Saturday.

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VIDEO: The Hit - Namibia's boy band audition http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit takes a look at Argentina's impressive win over Georgia and the Namibia team cover the Backstreet Boys on the team bus.

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England & Wales set for crunch match http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England and Wales meet in a crucial World Cup match on Saturday with both knowing defeat will threaten their World Cup progress.

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'Dark' days of Qatar inspire Francis http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tomas Francis hopes the "dark" days of Wales training in Qatar can lead to World Cup victory over England on Saturday.

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Scotland expect USA to flex muscles http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland can draw inspiration for Sunday's match with the United States from Leeds favourite Billy Bremner.

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England must justify 'route one DNA' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England must justify Stuart Lancaster's 'route one' selection calls or they could cost him his job, says Jeremy Guscott.

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VIDEO: I worry for England, says Henson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gavin Henson, who inspired Wales to victory against England in 2005, says World Cup hosts England might not get out of their pool.

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Ireland ring the changes for Romania http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland make 12 changes to their starting line-up for the World Cup Pool D game with Romania, but Robbie Henshaw misses out.

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World Cup fan 'lucky' to be alive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A doctor who gave emergency first aid to a rugby fan after England's opening World Cup match says the man he saved is "very lucky" to be alive.

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Scotland make 10 changes against USA http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland coach Vern Cotter makes 10 changes to face the USA in their second game of the Rugby World Cup.

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'Genuine' hope for Scots - Nicol http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former international scrum-half Andy Nicol believes Scotland could "sneak under the radar" at the World Cup.

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What England v Wales means to us http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Different lives, different backgrounds, same feelings - Tom Fordyce discovers the emotions behind a "once-in-a-lifetime" match.

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VIDEO: Williams magic as All Blacks win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at New Zealand's comfortable 58-14 victory over Namibia, the lowest ranked side at the Rugby World Cup.

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Lancaster accepts increased scrutiny http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Stuart Lancaster knows he has heightened the focus on himself with his team selection to face Wales.

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Wales will not 'single out' Burgess http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will not give rookie England centre Sam Burgess special attention in Saturday's World Cup clash, says Warren Gatland.

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USA out to impress against Scots http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

USA have been inspired by Japan's recent win over South Africa and warn Scotland "we're big, fast and can be very nasty."

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Castrogiovanni left out by Italy http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy have dropped prop Martin Castrogiovanni as one of four changes for their Pool D meeting with Canada.

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VIDEO: Anticipation is huge, says Peel http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales scrum-half Dwayne Peel tells BBC Point West that the nation has been building towards Saturday's Rugby World Cup clash with England for a "year or two".

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Wales under training investigation http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby is investigating reports Wales breached World Cup rules by letting players outside the squad train with them.

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VIDEO: The Hit: Scots too strong for Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at Scotland's 45-10 victory over Japan at Kingsholm in the opening match of their World Cup campaign.

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England drop Ford for Wales game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George Ford is dropped for England's World Cup match against Wales, with Owen Farrell replacing him at fly-half.

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Davies 'offers more' than Phillips http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Davies should start Wales' World Cup match against England ahead of Mike Phillips, says former scrum-half Rob Jones.

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'A job well done for slick Scotland' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland are "bubbling nicely" after opening their World Cup campaign with a win over Japan, says ex-captain Mike Blair.

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World Cup spin-offs for rugby, says RFU's Ritchie http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Half a million overseas visitors and £2.2bn for the economy - the game's premier tournament is key to growing the sport all over the world.

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Nine-week ban for Argentine Galarza http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Argentina lock Mariano Galarza is banned for nine weeks for making contact "with the eye or eye area" of Brodie Retallick.

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England 'panicked' with team changes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England have panicked with the changes they are to make for Saturday's World Cup match with Wales, says Gavin Hastings.

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Scots proved Japan wrong - Laidlaw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw says "outstanding" Scotland proved Japan wrong in their 45-10 win in Pool B at the Rugby World Cup.

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Wales can sneak win - Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Shane Williams believes Wales can edge Saturday's World Cup clash as the pressure mounts on England and coach Stuart Lancaster.

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England 'changes' excite Charvis http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

In his BBC Scrum V column, Colin Charvis says England's reported changes may encourage Wales to play a different game.

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Irish centre Henshaw in fitness race http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland say they are not sure whether centre Robbie Henshaw will recover from a hamstring injury in time to face Romania.

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From stonemason to the World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Four years ago Finn Russell was an apprentice stonemason, now he is preparing to make his Rugby World Cup bow.

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South Africa make eight changes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer makes eight changes for their World Cup match against Samoa after defeat by Japan.

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Minnows Namibia face All Black idols http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

If Japan's shock win over South Africa suggests Tier 2 nations are adapting to elite competition, Namibia's part-timers have more modest ambitions against New Zealand.

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Worcester sign Springbok Olivier http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors sign experienced South Africa centre Wynand Olivier - their 13th pre-season signing.

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Scarlets' McCusker joins London Irish http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Versatile back-rower and former Scarlets captain Rob McCusker leaves "by mutual agreement" to join London Irish for a season.

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Heart attack rugby fan seeks 'hero' doc http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A rugby fan who suffered a heart attack while returning from the World Cup opener is seeking a mystery doctor who helped to save his life.

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Boks inspired by Spain World Cup win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bismarck du Plessis says South Africa are inspired by Spain's 2010 football World Cup triumph after losing their opener.

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Francis ready to face England pack http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Exeter prop Tomas Francis says the England pack will hold few fears if he is picked to start their World Cup game on Saturday.

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Leinster back-row McLaughlin retires http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster and Ireland back-row Kevin McLaughlin is forced to retire on medical grounds after suffering concussion.

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Flanker Cane to captain New Zealand http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Cane will lead New Zealand against Namibia as coach Steve Hansen makes 12 changes to the team which beat Argentina.

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England's Joseph may miss Wales game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Jonathan Joseph is a doubt for their crucial World Cup Pool A match against Wales on Saturday.

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Ferris encouraged by Ireland's start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Lions flanker Stephen Ferris is impressed by Ireland's opening win and expects key men to be rested against Romania.

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VIDEO: Thrilled fan meets Shane Williams http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A rugby fan is thrilled to see Shane Williams in the streets of Cardiff before Wales' World Cup match against Uruguay.

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Scotland ready for 'ferocious' Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Vern Cotter is expecting a high-intensity World Cup opener against in-form Japan.

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Does rugby union have a drugs issue? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby union has changed since turning pro in 1995, but do its old, amateur values protect it from the scourge of doping?

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Launchbury warns of Wales challenge http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Joe Launchbury warns that Wales will revel in their underdog status in Saturday's World Cup match.

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Officials keen to reduce TMO time http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby World Cup organisers are keen to reduce the time taken for Television Match Official (TMO) decisions.

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Wales hopeful over Williams fitness http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defence coach Shaun Edwards expects Liam Williams will be fit for Wales' World Cup game against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Japan not one-hit wonders - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Eddie Jones warns Scotland that Japan want to be more than "one-hit wonders" after their upset against South Africa.

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Best praises Henderson Irish impact http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland hooker Rory Best believes his Ulster team-mate Iain Henderson has "limitless" potential as a Test player.

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Fofana back in rejigged France team http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France centre Wesley Fofana recovers from a thigh injury to return to the side to face Romania on Wednesday.

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Wales replace Allen with Morgan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dragons back Tyler Morgan is called up to Wales' World Cup squad in place of injured Cardiff Blues centre Cory Allen.

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Japan joy, Wales woe & the TMO row http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

How did Japan upset South Africa? Can Wales overcome their lengthening injury list? Are TMOs overused? Jeremy Guscott tackles the World Cup issues.

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Hogg returns for Scotland's opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart Hogg is fit to start Scotland's World Cup opener against Japan and Josh Strauss could make his debut from the bench.

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Pocock & Hooper paired for Fiji game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

David Pocock and Michael Hooper start together in the back row for Australia in their World Cup opener against Fiji.

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Williams calls for Tipuric v England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales international Martyn Williams wants Justin Tipuric and Sam Warburton to start as Wales' flankers against England.

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'Scots not surprised by Japan win' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Duncan Weir insists the Scotland camp are not shocked by Wednesday's opponents Japan beating South Africa.

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VIDEO: The Hit - Wales in the wars http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at Wales' costly win over Uruguay in the World Cup while defending champions New Zealand are pushed all the way by Argentina.

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Rule change call to make rugby safer http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby's chief medical officer tells the BBC the sport's rules may have to change to reduce concussions.

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World Rugby 'may change tackle laws' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Rugby's chief medic tells the BBC's Panorama changes could be made to the tackle laws to reduce the risk of concussion.

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Joy and disbelief in Japan after S Africa win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan's win over South Africa left the country almost as shocked as the opposition - but how will it affect the sport at home?

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'Dumb McCaw had brain explosion' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand coach Steve Hansen says his captain was "dumb" to be sin-binned in the World Cup win over Argentina.

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Wales suffer Allen and prop injuries http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Cory Allen is set to miss the rest of the World Cup while a prop crisis is also brewing for Warren Gatland's side.

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Samoa 25-16 United States http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Samoa withstand a spirited showing from USA to win their opening Pool B match in Brighton 25-16.

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France wing Huget out of World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France wing Yoann Huget is ruled out of the World Cup after injuring his knee in the win against Italy on Saturday.

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Wales v Uruguay (Sun) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton warns Wales will have their "foot down for the full 80 minutes" against minnows Uruguay in Cardiff.

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Fiji's Waqaniburotu set for hearing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji loose forward Dominiko Waqaniburotu will face a hearing for alleged foul play during his side's 35-11 defeat by England.

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Japan's miracle lights up World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The greatest thing about an upset is the joy it brings - but a shock on this scale does not happen in rugby union, says Ben Dirs.

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VIDEO: The Hit - Japan shock the world http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit looks back at Japan's unbelievable win over South Africa at the 2015 Rugby World Cup in the biggest upset the tournament has ever seen.

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Priestland wants ruthless Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Rhys Priestland wants Wales to show no mercy to World Cup minnows Uruguay in their tournament opener on Sunday.

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How world reacted to Japan's victory http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The biggest shock in rugby history? The best game in World Cup history? Social media reacts to Japan's stunning win over South Africa.

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Georgia hold firm to beat Tonga http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tries from captain Mamuka Gorgodze and winger Giorgi Tkhilaishvili help Georgia to a memorable win at Gloucester.

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'Full of promise, but a shaky start' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England must now convert all that potential following a wobbly start to the Rugby World Cup against Fiji.

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Vunipola did not know bonus counted http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England forward Billy Vunipola says he had no idea his late try against Fiji had secured a World Cup bonus point.

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VIDEO: The Hit - England win & Samoa sing http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Hit recaps England's win over Fiji on the opening night of the 2015 Rugby World Cup and keeps you right up to date with tournament news

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'Person on track' accident at Twickenham http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Emergency services are at Twickenham railway station after an "incident involving a person on the track" as crowds left the Rugby World Cup opener.

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Lancaster relieved at England win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Stuart Lancaster says England's bonus-point win over Fiji in their World Cup opener was a "massive relief".

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Lee quits ferreting for World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales prop Samson Lee gives up ferreting for rabbits as he bids to avoid injury during the World Cup.

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Hogg targets start against Japan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg hopes to recover from an ankle injury to play against Japan in Gloucester on Wednesday.

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GB wheelchair rugby team reach Paralympics http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Great Britain's wheelchair rugby team secure a place at the Paralympics by reaching the European Championship final.

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VIDEO: The Rugby World Cup in numbers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

How many tries have New Zealand scored? Who has kicked the most drop goals? Find out in our guide to the World Cup in numbers.

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NZ at full strength for Argentina http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defending champions New Zealand will field the most experienced XV in international history against Argentina on Sunday.

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VIDEO: Heaslip happy to be 'closer to home' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Back-row forward Jamie Heaslip welcomes the fact that Ireland are "closer to home" for this year's Rugby World Cup, instead of having to travel to the southern hemisphere, as was the case in 2011.

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Ireland hope for morale-boosting win http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland are strong favourites to begin their World Cup campaign with a win in their opening Pool D game against Canada in Cardiff.

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Williams and Lee back for Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland selects Liam Williams at full-back and Samson Lee at prop for their World Cup match against Uruguay

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Laidlaw seeks controlled passion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw bids to take some of the emotion out of his game with the help of a sports psychologist.

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Who's going to win Rugby World Cup? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Can anyone stop New Zealand? Could Scotland spring a surprise? Which player will steal the show? BBC pundits give their view.

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England set to kick-start World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will begin the eighth Rugby World Cup against Fiji on Friday, the first of 48 matches across six weeks.

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VIDEO: O'Connell admires 'laid back' Henderson http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Paul O'Connell praises Ulster's Iain Henderson, who will be his second row partner for Saturday's World Cup opener against Canada in Cardiff.

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VIDEO: Sexton focused on enjoying World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Sexton says one of the challenges of performing well at the Rugby World Cup is "trying to enjoy it and not get bogged down by the pressure and expectation".

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Injured Parisse misses France Test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy will be without talismanic captain Sergio Parisse for their opening Rugby World Cup match against France.

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Tuilagi to sign new deal - Cockerill http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill says England centre Manu Tuilagi is in talks and is set to sign a new deal.

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Teenager to make World Cup history http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Georgia's Vasil Lobzhanidze will become the youngest player in Rugby World Cup history after being selected to play Tonga.

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Rugby great Gareth Edwards knighted http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales rugby great Gareth Edwards is knighted by the Duke of Cambridge, in recognition of a glittering sporting career and services to charity.

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England 'will thrive on pressure' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's players are urged to embrace the enormity of a World Cup in their own country, ahead of Friday's opener against Fiji.

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Henshaw ruled out of Ireland opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw misses Ireland's opening World Cup game against Canada through injury, with Luke Fitzgerald coming in at centre.

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O'Connell a great teacher - Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's Rory Best says Paul O'Connell's work ethic has been a lesson as the Ulsterman prepares for a third World Cup.

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O'Connell a great teacher - Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's Rory Best says Paul O'Connell's work ethic has been a lesson as the Ulsterman prepares for a third World Cup.

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French Rugby team bus gets ticket http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A bus carrying the French rugby union squad is issued with a ticket by a traffic warden during their stay in south London.

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Rugby World Cup's demolition men http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

They are the big, quick and scary successors to the legendary Jonah Lomu - who makes our list of attacking threats at the World Cup?

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VIDEO: Who will star at the Rugby World Cup? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport picks a dozen players to watch out for at the 2015 Rugby Union World Cup.

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World Cup refs to watch for cheating http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup referees are told to look out for "football-style" simulation and appealing for decisions at the tournament.

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Edwards predicts Phillips will start http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Phillips could start at nine for Wales in their opening World Cup match against Uruguay, says scrum-half great Gareth Edwards.

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Wales can be 'silent assassins' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales will relish their underdog status at the World Cup, according to former New Zealand captain Justin Marshall.

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Carter eyes triumphant Test send-off http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand fly-half Dan Carter says the impending end of his All Black career is a big factor in wanting to win the World Cup.

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Morgan keen to repay coaches' faith http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fit-again England number eight Ben Morgan says he is desperate to repay the coaches' faith after being picked to face Fiji.

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De Villiers returns for Springboks http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa captain Jean de Villiers recovers from a broken jaw and will start against Japan in their World Cup opener.

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World Cup gossip http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

All Black Ryan Crotty rides a unicorn, Leigh Halfpenny poses for hospital selfie, French unimpressed by Croydon, plus more

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VIDEO: O'Connell deserves admiration - Best http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland captain Paul O'Connell is admirable because he is uncompromising on the pitch but shows decency off it, team-mate Rory Best says.

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VIDEO: Coaching son a 'privilege' - Mike Ford http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Ford talks to BBC Points West about his pride at seeing son George represent England and his privilege at being able to coach him at Bath.

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England 'face more pressure' than NZ http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will have more expectation on them at the World Cup than holders New Zealand, says ex-All Blacks wing Jonah Lomu.

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Fiji name team to face England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji coach John McKee selects three British-based players for the Rugby World Cup opener against England on Friday.

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Phillips not third choice - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The return of Mike Phillips gives Wales a different option, says coach Warren Gatland as he praises the Racing 92 scrum-half.

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What is life like as an All Black? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Initiation, culture, scrutiny, nurture and ambition - centre Conrad Smith lifts the lid on life inside a winning machine.

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Fiji listen to England fans' chants http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fiji players prepare for their World Cup opening game against England by listening to recordings of their opponents' fans cheering at Twickenham.

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VIDEO: Ireland's Zebo expects tough opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland wing Simon Zebo says the team must be at their best to overcome Canada in Saturday's World Cup opener in Cardiff.

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Ireland need Henderson says Ferris http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stephen Ferris says Iain Henderson and Tommy Bowe should start for Ireland in the World Cup opener against Canada.

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Thomas fears head injury ignorance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonathan Thomas says players need to take more responsibility if they suffer head injuries after he is forced to retire because of epilepsy.

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Struggles for rugby's smaller nations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Unfair schedules, impoverished unions, and facing the world's best on £70 a day. Why the World Cup cards are stacked against Samoa.

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Ireland boosted by meeting Bolt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A surprise visit from athletics great Usain Bolt boosts Ireland's self-belief for the Rugby World Cup, says hooker Rory Best.

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Woodburn out to prove Bath wrong http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter winger Olly Woodburn hopes he can show former club Bath what they have missed out on.

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Changes to BBC Sport cricket and rugby union indexes http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

We have made some changes to the way the cricket and rugby union indexes appear

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Wales' Thomas announces retirement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales and Worcester Warriors forward Jonathan Thomas is forced to retire from playing on medical advice.

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VIDEO: How the Rugby World Cup grew up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch a history of the Rugby World Cup from its birth in 1987 to this year's tournament in England, which starts on Friday.

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'Scots may come in under the radar' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former internationals Chris Paterson, John Beattie and Peter Wright assess Scotland's chances in the Rugby World Cup.

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VIDEO: England ready to go - Lancaster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Stuart Lancaster says he will field an unchanged XV for Friday's opening match of the World Cup against Fiji (20:00 BST).

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Owens wants to referee football game http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby referee Nigel Owens would "love" to officiate a football fixture and deal with the "unacceptable behaviour" of coaches.

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We must handle occasion - Robshaw http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England must not let the World Cup opening ceremony distract them ahead of their opener against Fiji, says captain Chris Robshaw.

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Walker delivers fresh blow to Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing Eli Walker is out of Wales' World Cup squad after suffering an injury, making way for back-rower Ross Moriarty.

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Uruguay coach eyes 'group of hope' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Uruguay coach Pablo Lemoine says his team are "really lucky" to be in Australia, England and Wales' World Cup group.

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Qualifying will not be easy - Cotter http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Vern Cotter says that reaching the quarter-finals of the World Cup will be a tough test for his players.

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England unchanged for World Cup bow http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England will field an unchanged XV from their warm-up win over Ireland for Friday's opening game of the World Cup against Fiji.

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Hartley replaced as Saints captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints name Lee Dickson as the club's new captain, replacing England hooker Dylan Hartley.

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Irish handed Healy boost for opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland prop Cian Healy is passed fit for their World Cup opener against Canada after recovering from neck surgery.

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Bryce gets Scots World Cup call-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland call up hooker Kevin Bryce for the World Cup, to replace Stuart McInally, who has a neck injury.

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Scotland 'can beat' South Africa http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland players Sean Lineen and Peter Wright think the national team could beat the Springboks at the World Cup.

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Irish looking for Goode replacement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish confirm they are seeking a replacement following the retirement of fly-half Andy Goode.

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Life as an England rugby physio http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Inside Out gets exclusive access to the England physio team to learn the trade secrets ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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VIDEO: 'We don't fully understand concussion' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England physiotherapist Phil Pask speaks to BBC Look East about how care for rugby players has changed over the years.

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Wales must not fear injury - Davies http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales should pick their best team to face Uruguay rather than try to protect key players from possible injury, says Jonathan Davies.

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English rugby - still for posh boys? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

With the Rugby World Cup starting on Friday, Ben Dirs asks if the sport in host country England is becoming more exclusive.

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McCaw delays retirement decision http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand captain Richie McCaw is expected to delay any announcement over his international future until after the World Cup.

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Schmidt's Irish strategy risky - Kay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-England star Ben Kay believes Joe Schmidt is focusing Ireland on peaking for their World Cup game against France.

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Parisse ruled out of Italy opener http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy captain Sergio Parisse will miss his country's opening Rugby World Cup game against France on 19 September.

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VIDEO: Irish 'brewing' ahead of new season http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

London Irish players fill their extended pre-season with a team building exercise at a local brewery.

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Easter 'ready' for England call-up http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins number eight Nick Easter says he still hopes to play for England again, despite missing out on World Cup selection.

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VIDEO: Dragons, Zebres and snakes at Newport http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scrum V's touchline report Phil Steele has to contend with a slippery customer at Newport Gwent-Dragons' Pro12 game against Zebre.

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VIDEO: Prince Harry backs rugby grassroots http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prince Harry praises the All Schools programme, which aims to create opportunities for one million secondary students to play rugby union.

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Benetton Treviso v Edinburgh (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Tonks, Sean Kennedy and Fraser McKenzie start for Edinburgh in Saturday's Pro12 meeting with Benetton Treviso.

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Leinster v Cardiff Blues (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview ahead of Saturday's Pro12 game between Leinster and Cardiff Blues at the RDS in Dublin.

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Scarlets v Ulster (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland wing Andrew Trimble is out of Ulster's Pro12 game against the unchanged Scarlets because of a hip injury.

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Irish can be 'surprise package' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Returning London Irish back row David Sisi believes the side can be this season's surprise package.

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Dragons v Zebre (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Tyler Morgan makes his first start of the season for Newport Gwent Dragons in Friday's Pro12 game at Rodney Parade.

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Glasgow v Connacht (Fri) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news and preview ahead of Friday's Pro12 game between defending champions Glasgow Warriors and Connacht at Scotstoun.

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Exeter's Salvi still has title drive http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter flanker Julian Salvi says he still has the drive to win titles after his summer arrival from Leicester.

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Prop Mujati completes Sale move http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Premiership side Sale Sharks sign prop Brian Mujati from Racing Metro 92 on a two-year deal.

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Liam Williams can be 'key' attacker http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Liam Williams can be a "key attacking threat" for Wales in the World Cup in Leigh Halfpenny's absence, says former 15 Rhys Williams.

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Tuilagi denies assaulting police http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Manu Tuilagi denies assaulting police officers, despite pleading guilty to the offence earlier this year.

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Lee 'likely to start' against Uruguay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Samson Lee and Liam Williams are set to start in Wales' opening game of the Rugby World Cup against Uruguay says Rob Howley.

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South Africa rugby boss denies racism http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Oregan Hoskins hits back at allegations of racism following a row over South Africa's selection of a mainly white World Cup squad.

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Lewis has 'no regrets' over warm-ups http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welsh Rugby Union chief Roger Lewis defends the number of World Cup warm-up games played by Wales after injuries to key players.

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Ulster-bound Piutau signs for Wasps http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps sign utility back Charles Piutau on a six-month contract before he completes his move to Ulster next summer.

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Leading sports renew free TV pledge http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Six of the UK's top sports will continue to make major events available on free-to-air TV and share revenues with grassroots.

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Attwood focused on England return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath forward Dave Attwood is determined to prove England coach Stuart Lancaster wrong and earn a recall to the squad.

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Johnson ready to prove his worth http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England flanker Tom Johnson wants to prove to Exeter's coaches that he still has a part to play at the club.

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Halfpenny 'gutted' to miss World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A "gutted" Leigh Halfpenny backs Wales to win the World Cup after being ruled out of the tournament with a knee injury.

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Trimble priority to focus on Ulster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Andrew Trimble vows to concentrate on his Ulster career after being left out of Ireland's squad for the World Cup.

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Italy's Morisi to miss World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy centre Luca Morisi is ruled out of the Rugby World Cup because of a torn ligament in his right knee.

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Tigers' Barrow out until Christmas http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester will be without forward Dom Barrow until Christmas, Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill confirms.

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Cowan-Dickie aims for England return http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie hopes to force his way back into the England squad after missing out on the World Cup.

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Williams poised to face Uruguay http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales full-back Liam Williams is likely to start in the World Cup opener against Uruguay, says coach Warren Gatland.

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Wasps create role for former captain http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps appoint former captain Chris Bell, who retired in June, in the new role of 'head of off-field player development'.

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Wales still have 'fantastic' chance http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Sam Warburton believes Wales are still capable of challenging for the World Cup despite injuries to two key players.

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'Injuries will galvanise Wales' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Warren Gatland will use the injuries to Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb to galvanise Wales, says England assistant Andy Farrell.

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Injuries force Goode retirement http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England fly-half Andy Goode retires after failing to recovery from persistent injuries.

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Northampton sign Springbok Matfield http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton Saints sign South Africa's record Test appearance maker Victor Matfield on a one-year contract.

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Ford signs new deal as Bath coach http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath head coach Mike Ford signs a new four-year contract with the Premiership club.

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Toulon deny French doping allegations http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Triple European rugby union champions Toulon have denied allegations of doping made against them in French media.

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Cardiff's Millennium Stadium renamed http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff's Millennium Stadium is to be renamed as the Principality Stadium in a multi-million pound deal with a Welsh building society.

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Edinburgh to host 2016 Pro12 final http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh has been chosen to stage the 2016 Pro12 final at Murrayfield - the tournament's first outside of Ireland.

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Gatland right to pick Halfpenny - Jones http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland did not "get it wrong" by picking Leigh Halfpenny against Italy, says former scrum-half Robert Jones.

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Wales lose Webb for Rugby World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb is ruled out of the Rugby World Cup because of a foot injury.

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'Social media is England's enemy' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's 2003 World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward warns social media is the new enemy for the 2015 campaign.

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Halfpenny ruled out of World Cup http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny will miss the World Cup after rupturing knee ligaments in the 23-19 win over Italy on Saturday.

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How are the home nations looking? http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eleven days and counting - how are the four home nations looking as they start their final Rugby World Cup preparations?

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Wales need 'fighters' says Charvis http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-captain Colin Charvis picks his favoured Wales back-row trio for the 2015 World Cup - and wants Ross Moriarty called up.

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Halfpenny and Webb 'stay positive' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales pair Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb are hoping for the best as they wait to discover if they will make the World Cup.

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Turnbull signs new Blues contract http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues' Wales international back-rower Josh Turnbull extends his contract until the of the 2017-18 season.

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Baxter unhappy with Chiefs defence http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter boss Rob Baxter says his side's defence must improve after they concede six tries in their first pre-season game.

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Forward Lees signs new Chiefs deal http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter Chiefs forward Mitch Lees signs a new contract which will keep him with the Premiership club until 2017.

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VIDEO: Wilkinson on 'young' England & Burgess http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jonny Wilkinson says England's "young" team will have to "lead fast" to overcome a lack of experience and win the Rugby World Cup.

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Anscombe injury weakens Wales options http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Utility back Gareth Anscombe adds to Wales' pre-World Cup injury worries after Leigh Halfpenny's knee injury against Italy.

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Cardiff Blues 61-13 Zebre http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cardiff Blues score 11 tries against Zebre as coach Danny Wilson marks his first game in charge with a convincing Pro12 win.

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Improving Scots are still vulnerable http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Despite heroic defending in Paris, there is a vulnerability about Scotland ahead of the Rugby World Cup, argues Tom English.

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Costly win leaves Gatland in quandary http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Warren Gatland is facing big questions after a World Cup warm-up win over Italy turns into an ordeal for Wales.

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Wilkinson fears 'breaking apart' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson says he is "breaking apart" as he adjusts to life after retiring from rugby.

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VIDEO: George North goes over for Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch as George North scores Wales' try in their 23-19 pre-World Cup win over Italy (UK users only).

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VIDEO: Webber makes six-point try history http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch as Pontypridd's Alex Webber makes history with rugby union's first six-point try.

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Dafydd James' Wales player verdict http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales and Lions back Dafydd James on Wales' win over Italy and the injuries to Leigh Halfpenny and Rhys Webb.

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VIDEO: Reddan happy with Irish scrum-half numbers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eoin Reddan says there is "no issue" with Ireland's decision to only bring two scrum-halves to the Rugby World Cup despite Conor Murray's injury scare at Twickenham.

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VIDEO: Reaction as England beat Ireland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Stuart Lancaster "really pleased" as his team beat Ireland 21-13 at Twickenham in their final World Cup warm-up game.

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Webb World Cup worry for Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales have a major World Cup worry over scrum-half Rhys Webb after he comes off on a stretcher against Italy in Cardiff.

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Ulster 28-6 Ospreys http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster start their Pro12 campaign in impressive style with a bonus-point win over Ospreys at the Kingspan Stadium.

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Edinburgh 16-9 Leinster http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Edinburgh get the season off to a winning start with two Damien Hoyland tries helping them defeat Leinster at Meggetland.

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Ireland have work to do - O'Connell http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Paul O'Connell says Ireland are "a long, long way away" from winning the Rugby World Cup after defeat by Wales.

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Preview & key stats: Wales v Italy (Sat) http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, match preview and statistics for Saturday's World Cup warm-up match between Wales and Italy at the Millennium Stadium.

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Ayerza ready for 'weird" Tigers test http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester's Argentine prop Marcos Ayerza expects to be confused when he lines up against his club side on Saturday.

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Mike Blair answers fans' questions http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland captain Mike Blair answers a selection of questions from Scotland fans' ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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England can win World Cup - Rowntree http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England have not yet hit their peak but are ready to win the 2015 World Cup, says forwards coach Graham Rowntree.

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Henson feared rugby career was over http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol centre Gavin Henson says he feared his career was over after breaking his shin in May.

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VIDEO: England game ideal preparation - Payne http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland centre Jared Payne says Saturday's World Cup warm-up game against England at Twickenham will be a "great test of where we are at".

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North bids to repeat Six Nations form http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wing George North is glad to "have the monkey off his back" after returning for Wales and is looking forward to facing Italy.

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Wood questions Schmidt Ireland calls http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Keith Wood is "nervous" about Ireland coach Joe Schmidt's decision to only bring two specialist scrum-halves to the World Cup.

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VIDEO: Position 'not an issue' for Burgess http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby League convert Sam Burgess says he "feels like a rugby union player" before England face Ireland in the last warm-up match ahead of the World Cup.

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Physicality key to Cotter's choices http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tom English pores over Vern Cotter's 31-man Scotland squad for the Rugby World Cup.

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Strong Ireland team to face England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt picks 12 of his Six Nations-clinching side for Saturday's World Cup warm-up game against England.

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Hardie and Nel start for Scotland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Vern Cotter names his Scotland team for their final World Cup warm-up game, against France in Paris on Saturday.

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Williams, Jones and Lee boost Wales http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Warren Gatland says lock Alun Wyn Jones, Liam Williams and Samson Lee are expected to be fit for Wales World Cup duty.

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World Cup winner enjoying Basildon http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England Women's Rugby World Cup-winning coach Gary Street says he is enjoying life in week-to-week rugby with Basildon.

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VIDEO: Ulster Rugby Extra http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport NI's new online Ulster Rugby show kicks off ahead of Friday's Pro12 opener against the Ospreys.

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Warriors sign Irish lock O'Callaghan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester bring in Munster and Ireland lock forward Donncha O'Callaghan - the Warriors' 11th pre-season signing.

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Chiefs' Francis & Hill pen new deals http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales international prop Tomas Francis and centre Sam Hill sign new deals with Exeter Chiefs.

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Wales could pick discarded trio http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales could pick Kristian Dacey, Rob Evans and Ross Moriarty to face Italy despite them being cut from the final World Cup squad.

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South Africa race row case dismissed http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A legal attempt to block the South African team flying to the UK to play in the Rugby World Cup in a row over racial discrimination fails.

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Warriors boss questions RFU decision http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Worcester Warriors chief executive Jim O'Toole questions the RFU's decision over promotion and relegation.

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Prop Jones cried after Wales drop http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales prop Adam Jones says he cried after being dropped from the national squad by head coach Warren Gatland.

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Warburton hails Morgan 'X-factor' http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sam Warburton is looking forward to diminutive Matthew Morgan's "X-factor" contribution to Wales' 2015 World Cup efforts.

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Ex-captain Dallaglio on Wasps board http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wasps and England captain Lawrence Dallaglio joins the board at the Coventry-based club.

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VIDEO: England must stop 'gifting' points http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart Lancaster says England must "stop gifting sides points" as his team prepare to face Ireland in a World Cup warm-up match at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Gibson left Leicester over style http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jamie Gibson says he joined Northampton Saints from East Midlands rivals Leicester because of the style of play.

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Hamilton ends international career http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland lock Jim Hamilton retires from international rugby after he is left out of Vern Cotter's World Cup squad.

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Bristol 'sick' of Championship rugby http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol winger Tom Varndell says the Championship club are determined to finally achieve promotion this season.

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VIDEO: Varndell wants Premiership try record http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol winger Tom Varndell tells BBC Points West he has not given up on surpassing Mark Cueto's Premiership try record, despite the fact that he is now playing in the Championship.

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Cuthbert form will return - Gatland http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales head coach Warren Gatland says out-of-form wing Alex Cuthbert can return to form in time for the World Cup.

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VIDEO: Cave relief with World Cup inclusion http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Darren Cave says the prospect of being involved in Ireland's World Cup campaign has consumed him in recent months and is delighted to make the 31-man squad.

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Barritt and Parling in for England http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Brad Barritt will return from injury and Geoff Parling will feature in the second row as England host Ireland on Saturday.

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Evans stays in Wales camp http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scarlets prop Rob Evans has stayed in the Wales training camp in spite of being dropped from the 31-man squad for the World Cup.

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VIDEO: Time ran out for Trimble says Schmidt http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt says Andrew Trimble's lack of recent game time led to him taking the "very, very difficult decision" to leave the Ulster wing out of Ireland's World Cup squad.

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Scotland select Strauss & omit Cowan http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Josh Strauss and John Hardie are named in Scotland's World Cup squad but Blair Cowan and John Barclay miss out.

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Leicester miss out on De Villiers http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill confirms the club tried to sign South Africa captain Jean de Villiers.

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Schmidt agonised over Trimble call http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt says leaving Andrew Trimble out of his World Cup squad was "a very difficult decision".

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Welsh rugby to trial six-point try http://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A new scoring system will be used in the Welsh Premiership this season that awards six points for a try.

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