Ireland: Schmidt makes 11 changes for Russia test https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Johnny Sexton will captain Ireland as Joe Schmidt makes 11 changes for his side's game against Russia on Thursday.

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Who did - and didn't - make your all-time World Cup XV? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Legendary All Blacks wing Jonah Lomu tops your vote, but who else made the all-time World Cup greatest XV?

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Rugby World Cup quiz: England prop Kyle Sinckler takes on our Mastermind-inspired questions https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Kyle Sinckler tests his knowledge as he takes on Rugby Union Weekly's special World Cup quiz.

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England had pre-World Cup 'therapy' to banish 2015 memories https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England had "honesty sessions" before the World Cup to rid themselves of "baggage" from the 2015 tournament, Billy Vunipola reveals.

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'It's seismic by Japan. What an amazing game of rugby!' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Olympic gold-winning rugby sevens coach Ben Ryan and former Ireland and Lions winger Shane Horgan describe Japan's 19-12 win over Ireland as 'seismic'.

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Rugby World Cup: Watch the best moments as Scotland ease past Samoa https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch the best moments as Scotland earn a bonus-point 34-0 victory over Samoa to revive their hopes of progressing from World Cup Pool A.

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Scots showed 'true picture' in Samoa win, says Townsend https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland showed "a true picture" of themselves in the defeat of Samoa in their second World Cup pool match, says Gregor Townsend.

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Wales' fly-half concern: Who will back-up Rhys Patchell if Dan Biggar is unfit? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Top of Pool D after two wins, Wales still have concerns in the 10-day gap between beating Australia and facing Fiji.

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Scotland ease past Samoa to revive World Cup hopes https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland ease to a bonus-point victory over Samoa to revive their hopes of progressing from World Cup Pool A.

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Beef, getting lost in Osaka & not eating rubbish - Billy Vunipola's Japan highlights https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England number eight Billy Vunipola talks about how he is enjoying his time in Japan as England prepare for their third match of the World Cup against Argentina.

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Barrett brothers make All Black history as all three start against Canada https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Barrett brothers Beauden, Scott and Jordie will be the first sibling trio to start in a World Cup for New Zealand when they face Canada.

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Beef, bustling cities and world-class rugby - Vunipola's Japan highlights https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Billy Vunipola says he is feeling recharged after some downtime in Osaka as England prepare to face Argentina on Saturday.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Tokyo triumph fuels Wales title dreams https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

One magical night in Tokyo with victory over Australia has a Wales nation believing that maybe they are World Cup contenders.

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'Scotland either front up or start getting ready to go home' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend and Scotland face a "monumental" moment as they prepare to play Samoa in the Rugby World Cup, suggests BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English.

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Quins, Sarries and Gloucester maintain 100% records - Premier 15s round-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins maintain perfect start at Worcester, while Saracens close in with win at Richmond.

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Quiz: Test your Scotland v Samoa knowledge https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland and Samoa meet for the 12th time in Kobe on Monday, with World Cup hopes on the line.

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Wales v France? NZ v Ireland? England v Australia? How the quarter-finals are shaping up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales v France? New Zealand v Ireland? England v Australia? BBC Sport consults its crystal ball to work out the potential World Cup quarter-finals.

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Celebrate victory, then get down to hard work - Gatland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland says Wales should celebrate World Cup victory over Australia, but not take anything for granted with two Pool D games left.

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Gloucester: Corne Fourie joins Cherry and Whites as cover in front row https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gloucester bring in South African loose-head prop Corne Fourie from Super Rugby side Stormers.

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Rules are 'spooking' referees - Australia coach Cheika https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia coach Michael Cheika says he was "embarrassed" by some of the decisions made by officials during the World Cup defeat by Wales.

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Sexton insists Ireland can regroup after shock loss to Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Johnny Sexton says Ireland can still contend for World Cup glory despite Saturday's shock defeat by hosts Japan.

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Francis free play for England after citing is not upheld https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England back Piers Francis is free to play in the Rugby World Cup after a disciplinary panel decides not to uphold his citing for a high tackle.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland call up Jordi Murphy after Jack Conan is ruled out https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster back row Jordi Murphy is drafted into Ireland's Rugby World Cup squad to replace injured Jack Conan.

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Best moments as Georgia and Wales win at World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Some of the best moments from the Rugby World Cup including two tries that helped Wales beat Australia.

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Bonus-point chase risky tactic, warns Scotland captain McInally https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Stuart McInally warns Scotland could "get into a bit of trouble" if they go chasing a try bonus-point against Samoa.

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Wales withstand Australia fightback to earn famous win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales beat Australia in an enthralling thriller in Tokyo to secure a second win from their opening two Rugby World Cup games.

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Georgia claim bonus-point win over Uruguay https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Georgia score five tries to overpower Uruguay and claim a bonus-point win in a hot and humid Kumagaya at the World Cup.

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Shock World Cup win 'fantastic' for Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan's shock World Cup victory over Ireland will inspire youngsters to start playing rugby, says England forwards coach Steve Borthwick.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland can't let shock Japan defeat define their World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's attention turns to Thursday's Pool A clash with Russia after losing 19-12 to Rugby World Cup hosts Japan in Shizuoka.

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Wales know it's crunch time against Australia - Biggar https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Dan Biggar says Wales know their path to World Cup glory could rest on Sunday's crunch Pool D game against Australia.

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Argentina win big and Japan pull off a huge shock against Ireland at the Rugby World Cup. https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch the best moments as Argentina win big and Japan pull off a huge shock against Ireland at the Rugby World Cup.

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South Africa score nine tries in Rugby World Cup rout of Namibia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

South Africa score nine tries in a predictably one-sided drubbing of neighbours Namibia in their second Rugby World Cup outing.

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'We didn't have an answer to Japan' - Ireland's Luke McGrath https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland replacement scrum-half Luke McGrath admits Japan fully deserved their shock 19-12 World Cup win over Joe Schmidt's side.

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Japan 19-12 Ireland: Shock victory 'will ignite Rugby World Cup' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan are praised for their "seismic" win against Ireland, which is predicted to be "so massive" for the Rugby World Cup.

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Stunned Schmidt bemoans penalty count in defeat by Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Joe Schmidt says his Ireland side are "incredibly disappointed" after the World Cup defeat by Japan as he questions the penalty count.

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Wales v Australia (Sun) - team news and preview https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Preview and match details as Wales take on Australia in a crucial Rugby World Cup match in Tokyo on Sunday.

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Jimmy Peters: England's first black rugby union international https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The remarkable life of Jimmy Peters, England's first black rugby player, is remembered in a BBC documentary.

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Hadleigh Parkes column: Ready for Wales v Australia despite broken bone https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes a hand fracture will not stop him playing in Sunday's crucial World Cup game with Australia.

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Scotland make five changes for must-win match against Samoa https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland make five changes for Monday's must-win World Cup meeting with Samoa, with a completely reshaped back-row.

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Argentina 28-12 Tonga: Pumas cruise to first win of World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Pumas claim their first win of their World Cup Pool C campaign with a bonus-point victory over Tonga.

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Shaun Edwards: Wales players will remember Australia game for 'rest of their lives' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards tells his players they will remember Sunday's World Cup match against Australia for the "rest of their lives".

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Australia will not appeal Reece Hodge ban https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia will not appeal against wing Reece Hodge's three-match ban, ruling him out of pool games against Wales, Uruguay and Georgia.

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Ulster beat Ospreys in opener - Pro14 fixtures, results & reports https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fixtures, results and reports for all the Pro14 matches on the opening weekend of the season.

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Ulster beat Ospreys in opener https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster begin their Pro14 season with a convincing five-try bonus-point 38-14 win over Ospreys at Kingspan Stadium.

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The Thinker, Braveheart & smiling Parisse - the Rugby World Cup's stars at play https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Rugby World Cup is a serious business - but the pre-tournament photo session allowed some time for light-heartedness.

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Ireland rest Sexton as Carty starts at 10 against Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, stats and what they said as Ireland aim to build on their opening World Cup win over Scotland when they face hosts Japan.

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How World Cup can define Japanese rugby's direction https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Japan's 2015 win over the Springboks stunned the rugby world but the sport continues to struggle for exposure in the Land of the Rising Sun.

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Richmond will return stronger after 101-point loss to Harlequins - Vicki Jackson https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Vicki Jackson says Richmond will take inspiration from their 101-0 thrashing by Harlequins when they play Premier 15s champions Saracens.

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Rugby World Cup: John Quill banned for three weeks for Owen Farrell tackle https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

United States flanker John Quill is banned for three weeks for a high tackle on England's Owen Farrell during their Rugby World Cup meeting.

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Scotland can't 'cry' over Ireland loss, says Barclay https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland players aim to bring some fun to their Rugby World Cup campaign, and cannot afford to "cry" over the opening day loss to Ireland, says John Barclay.

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South Africa hooker Brits to play at eight against Namibia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Schalk Brits, usually a hooker, will play at number eight for the first time in more than a decade as South Africa name a much-changed side to face minnows Namibia.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland waiting on injury update on back row Jack Conan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland assistant coach Greg Feek says they will find out the full extent of Jack Conan's foot injury after Saturday's game against Japan.

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Rugby World Cup: Benjamin Urdapilleta replaces Nicolas Sanchez for Argentina https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Argentina draft in fly-half Benjamin Urdapilleta at the expense of Nicolas Sanchez for Saturday's Rugby World Cup meeting with Tonga.

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Rugby World Cup: 'England's George Ford still to prove credentials' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England fly-half George Ford is still to prove he can seize control of tight games as well as pull the strings in comfortable wins, says Matt Dawson

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Rugby World Cup: England's Piers Francis has been cited for high tackle https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's Piers Francis is cited for foul play after a tackle that left US full-back Will Hooley with concussion in their Rugby World Cup match on Thursday.

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Australia v Wales: Warren Gatland names unchanged team for second Rugby World Cup game https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Alun Wyn Jones will become Wales' most capped player as Warren Gatland names an unchanged starting side to face Australia in the Rugby World Cup.

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Justin Tipuric: Wales flanker set for Australia back-row battle https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales flanker Justin Tipuric is hoping to prove his talents against Australia back-row pair Michael Hooper and David Pocock in Tokyo on Sunday.

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Reece Hodge: Red card ruling on Australian was right, says Wales lock Ball https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales lock Jake Ball has some sympathy for banned Wallaby Reece Hodge, but believes World Rugby made the right call over his dangerous tackle.

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'My family supporting Australia? No chance!' - Wales' Jake Ball https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales lock Jake Ball says there will be no split loyalties from his family in Australia when Wales take on the Wallabies in the World Cup.

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Banned Hodge 'had no knowledge' of new guidelines on high tackles https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Banned Australia winger Reece Hodge said he had no knowledge of World Rugby's new guidance on high tackles.

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Watch: The best action from day seven at the World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch some of the best action on day seven of the World Cup as England beat the USA and Italy defeat Canada.

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Farrell 'missing half his nose' after falling victim to brutal tackle, says Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones says Owen Farrell is "missing half his nose" after a shoulder charge by John Quill in England's 45-7 win.

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Scotland: Greig Laidlaw wants referee to watch Samoan high hits in World Cup pool match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland scrum-half Greig Laidlaw says referee Pascal Gauzere will need to watch out for high tackles by Samoa in Monday's World Cup Pool A match.

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Ruthless England run in seven tries as they thrash United States https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England hit their World Cup straps with a seven-try demolition of the USA to make it two bonus-point wins from two.

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Seven-try Italy seal comprehensive win over Canada https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy score seven tries as they secure a bonus-point World Cup victory against Canada in Pool B in Fukuoka.

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'People question whether Scotland care. That's hurtful' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland have undergone a brutal review session after Sunday's awful Rugby World Cup loss to Ireland, and must show fans they "care", says Grant Gilchrist.

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Ireland bring Carty in for Sexton against Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jack Carty will start at fly-half as Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt makes four changes for Saturday's Pool A match against hosts Japan.

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England's Ford reacts to Japanese TV explaining rugby positions with animals https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England fly-half George Ford reacts to Japanese TV explaining rugby positions with animals for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

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United States: Are USA the stirring superpower at Rugby World Cup? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A vast pool of athletes, a new professional league and sevens expertise, are the United States the next big thing in world rugby?

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Quiz: Can you name Wales' top 10 World Cup scorers? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Can you name Wales' top 10 scorers in the rugby World Cup in a race against the clock?

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Rugby World Cup: Australia's Reece Hodge banned for three weeks after tackle on Fiji's Peceli Yato https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia winger Reece Hodge is banned for three weeks after his controversial tackle on Peceli Yato in their World Cup Pool D victory over Fiji.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Uruguay stage comeback to stun Fiji https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch the best moments from Uruguay's memorable 30-27 win over Fiji in the Rugby World Cup.

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England can cope with short turnaround - Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Eddie Jones is confident his reshuffled England team will cope with their short turnaround as they prepare for Thursday's game against the USA.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Samoa beat Russia 34-9 with bonus point win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch Samoa's dominant display against Russia, as they scored three tries in eight minutes at the start of the second half to earn a bonus-point win, despite going down to 13 men in the first half.

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Rugby World Cup: Fiji on brink of exit after Uruguay pull off stunning 30-27 win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Uruguay leave Fiji on the brink of exiting the Rugby World Cup at the pool stage as they pull off a stunning win in Kamaishi.

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'I've told family to learn USA anthem' - Hooley on facing England https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England-born back Will Hooley tells BBC Look East it will be a "privilege" to play against them for the USA at the Rugby World Cup.

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Russia 9-34 Samoa: Strong second half sees Samoa clinch bonus-point win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Samoa recover from a half-time deficit and going down to 13 men to beat a spirited Russian side in their opening World Cup game.

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Canada's Gattinger makes Rugby World Cup history as first female team manager https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Alana Gattinger will make history on Thursday as the first female team manager at a men's Rugby World Cup when Canada face Italy.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: USA will be hardened for battle - Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England coach Eddie Jones expects a battle when they face USA in their next group match and after beating Tonga in their opening game Jones says they will have to execute their attacks better this time round.

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World Cup refereeing 'not good enough', says World Rugby https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The refereeing of the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup has not been good enough, according to the world governing body.

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I thought my Ireland hopes had gone, says Ireland centre Farrell https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland centre Chris Farrell says he thought his chances of winning international caps were gone when he moved to France to play for Grenoble.

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Rugby Union Weekly goes 'On Tour' at the 2019 World Cup in Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

During his first week in Japan, Rugby Union Weekly's Chris Jones is joined by Oliver Trenchard and Stirling Mortlock as they take on a Japanese snack challenge!

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'It's about rebuilding hearts' - how World Cup is helping host town recover from 2011 tsunami https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby-obsessed Kamaishi, the smallest host town for the World Cup in Japan, was devastated by the 2011 tsunami, but is using the event as a way to look to the future.

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Ireland: Sexton fitness being monitored in lead-up to Japan Rugby World Cup match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland are continuing to monitor the fitness of fly-half Johnny Sexton in the build-up to Saturday's World Cup match with Japan.

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England: Ruaridh McConnochie, Joe Cokanasiga & Piers Francis to make Rugby World Cup debuts https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England make 10 changes to their starting line-up for the second game of their World Cup campaign as coach Eddie Jones looks to deal with the short turnaround between matches.

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Jimmy Peters: England's first black rugby union international https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The remarkable life of Jimmy Peters, England's first black rugby player, is remembered in a BBC documentary.

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Ali Price: Scotland scrum-half out of World Cup with foot injury https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland scrum-half Ali Price is ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with a foot injury suffered in Sunday's defeat by Ireland.

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Wales forecast good after stormy Rugby World Cup start https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' preparations for their opening World Cup game were far from tranquil but six tries and five points claimed against Georgia keeps them on track.

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Wales 43-14 Georgia: Three of the best tries from emphatic victory https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch three of the best tries from Wales' 43-14 win over Georgia in their opening match at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan.

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United States: Sale Sharks fly-half AJ MacGinty in World Cup team to face England https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The United States name Sale Sharks fly-half AJ MacGinty in their team to play against England in their World Cup Pool C match in Kobe.

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Wales lock Hill 'possibly' out of World Cup - Gatland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says second row Cory Hill could be out of the World Cup if his recovery from a leg injury is behind schedule.

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Ireland will embrace frenzy of Japan Rugby World Cup encounter - Cian Healy https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Cian Healy says Ireland are ready to embrace the frenzied atmosphere that will accompany their second World Cup match against hosts Japan.

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Wales 43-14 Georgia: Warren Gatland's men ease to opening World Cup win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales produce a display of contrasting halves, but secure a bonus-point win over Georgia in their opening Pool D World Cup encounter.

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Leicester Tigers: CVC deal leads to pre-tax profit despite fourth year of operating losses https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester report an operating loss for a fourth year, but as a result of CVC's investment record a profit for 2019.

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Sacked Australia full-back Folau returns to rugby league with Tonga https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Tongan rugby league officials say sacked former Australia rugby union star Israel Folau is to represent them at a forthcoming tournament.

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Ireland: Peter O'Mahony and Bundee Aki could face Japan in Rugby World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Peter O'Mahony and Bundee Aki could be available to face Japan in Ireland's second World Cup Pool A fixture on Saturday.

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Hamish Watson: Scotland flanker out of rest of Rugby World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Injured Scotland flanker Hamish Watson will play no further part in the Rugby World Cup and is replaced by Magnus Bradbury.

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'England can't afford another display like Tonga' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

World Cup-winning scrum-half Matt Dawson warns England they must jump-start their campaign after a stuttering start on Sunday.

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Wales prepare to open World Cup campaign against Georgia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, stats and what they said as Wales open their Rugby World Cup campaign against Georgia in Toyota City on Monday (11:15 BST).

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'We’ve not stood up and we’ve been battered' - Hogg hurting after Ireland defeat https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland were "battered" by Ireland in their Rugby World Cup opener despite "spot-on" preparations, says full-back Stuart Hogg.

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Rugby World Cup: Watch the best moments as England, Ireland and Italy win on day three https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch three of the best moments from day three of the Rugby World Cup as England beat Tonga, Ireland dismiss Scotland and Italy cruise past Namibia.

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It's not a 100m sprint - Jones says England will improve after laboured opening https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Head coach Eddie Jones says England will improve after starting their World Cup campaign with a laboured victory against Tonga.

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'Unbelievable' Best silenced critics - Henderson https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Iain Henderson says captain Rory Best answered his critics during Ireland's convincing Rugby World Cup win over Scotland in Yokohama.

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Ireland: Henderson says Best 'silenced critics' in World Cup romp over Scotland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Iain Henderson says Rory Best responded to his critics by producing an "unbelievable" display in Ireland's World Cup win over Scotland.

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England 35-3 Tonga: Eddie Jones' side battle to opening World Cup win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's World Cup campaign gets off to a spluttering 35-3 victory against unfancied Tonga in Sapporo.

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Ireland 27-3 Scotland: Losers lacked 'energy & aggression' - Gregor Townsend https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland did not muster the required "energy, accuracy and aggression" in their abject Rugby World Cup loss to Ireland, admits head coach Gregor Townsend.

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Ireland: Rory Best says fast start set up World Cup hammering of Scotland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Rory Best is delighted with Ireland's World Cup start as first-half domination sets up their 27-3 win over sorry Scotland.

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Wales 'experience' could help them emulate England 2003 winners - Edwards https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defence coach Shaun Edwards believes Wales’ experience could help them emulate England’s 2003 World Cup winners.

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Rugby World Cup: Australia's Reece Hodge cited for tackle on Fiji's Peceli Yato https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia wing Reece Hodge has been cited for his controversial tackle on Peceli Yato in the Wallabies' World Cup Pool D victory over Fiji.

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Italy 47-22 Namibia: Azzurri open World Cup campaign with victory https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy begin their World Cup Pool B campaign with a bonus-point victory over Namibia in changing weather conditions in Osaka.

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World Cup excitement and Japanese culture - Parkes column https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

In his latest BBC Sport column, Hadleigh Parkes gets excited for Wales' World Cup opener against Georgia and talks Japanese culture.

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Premier 15s round-up: Harlequins score 101 points, champions Saracens win https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins score 101 points in a Premier 15s victory over Richmond, while defending champions Saracens also win on the opening day of the season.

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Scotland & Ireland prepare to open Rugby World Cup campaign https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team news, stats and what they said as Ireland and Scotland open their Rugby World Cup campaign in Yokohama on Sunday (08:45 BST).

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Ireland v Scotland: 'Joe Schmidt eyes World Cup send-off to match reign' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's "bullies have been bullied", writes Tom English, so can departing coach Joe Schmidt beat Scotland to begin a landmark masterpiece at the Rugby World Cup?

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Rugby World Cup: Watch the best moments as Australia, France and New Zealand win on day two https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch three of the best moments from day two of the Rugby World Cup as Australia beat Fiji, France deny Argentina and New Zealand hold off South Africa.

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'It's pretty special' - Jones relishing England World Cup opener against Tonga https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England start their World Cup campaign keen to improve on the disappointments of the last two tournaments as they take on Tonga on Sunday.

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Plan B and X-factor players - pundits on Scotland's World Cup chances https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland internationals Andy Nicol and Peter Wright analyse Gregor Townsend's side's chances at the Rugby World Cup.

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McInally can captain Scots for years - Laidlaw https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Greig Laidlaw has backed Stuart McInally to be Scotland captain for years to come and believes the Rugby World Cup squad boasts several leaders.

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'Irish back-three approach won't change' - Stockdale https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jacob Stockdale says Ireland won't panic despite the absence of Rob Kearney and Keith Earls for their Rugby World Cup opener against Scotland.

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New Zealand 23-13 South Africa: Defending champions hold off spirited Springboks https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defending champions New Zealand produce a clinical display to hold off a spirited South Africa in their World Cup Pool B opener.

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Can Ireland regain form that saw off All Blacks a year ago? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland must repeat the heights of 2018 to have any hope of achieving the country's long-held ambition of reaching a World Cup semi-final.

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Townsend seeks clinical Scotland display against Ireland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland need to take their opportunities and limit Ireland's in their World Cup opener in Yokohama on Sunday, head coach Gregor Townsend says.

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Extreme World Cup weather warning issued as typhoon approaches Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rugby World Cup organisers issue an extreme weather warning and close two fanzones as a large and powerful typhoon approaches Japan.

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Wales v Georgia: Alun Wyn Jones to win 129th cap in Rugby World Cup opener https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Alun Wyn Jones will equal Gethin Jenkins' Wales cap record against Georgia in a team featuring flanker Aaron Wainwright and prop Wyn Jones.

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England doctor Phil Riley resigned before Rugby World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England team doctor Phil Riley stepped down from his role in the build-up to their World Cup tournament in Japan.

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Wales: Wing Liam Williams looks to top 'unforgettable year' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales full-back Liam Williams says he is hoping to top his "unforgettable" year with World Cup glory in Japan.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Watch the best videos so far https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

From 15,000 people watching a Wales training session to a shout out from Tom Brady for the Springboks, here are the best videos so far from the Rugby World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Who stands in Wales' path to the final? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport Wales looks at who stands in Wales' way at the 2019 Rugby World Cup as they bid to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: How Ellis Genge went from Knowle's council estates to Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England prop Ellis Genge tells BBC Points West about his journey from growing up on the council estates of Knowle, Bristol, to the 2019 World Cup.

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'I don't know what Best has to do to win people over' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As the World Cup begins, ex-Ireland centre Darren Cave says Irish captain Rory Best is "the best version of himself that he has ever been".

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Rugby World Cup: Japan overcome early howler to win opener against Russia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch the best moments of Japan's victory over Russia in the opening match of the Rugby World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: England ready for rollercoaster ride - Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says his side are ready for a "rollercoaster" as the Rugby World Cup 2019 starts in Japan.

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Rugby World Cup: Japan beat Russia 30-10 in opening match at Tokyo Stadium https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Kotaro Matsushima scores a hat-trick as hosts Japan begin the 2019 Rugby World Cup with victory against Russia in the tournament's opening game.

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Rugby World Cup: Wales fans told to cover tattoos in Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Supporters are warned tattoos can be associated with gangsters in the World Cup host country.

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Rugby World Cup: Ken Owens says Wales players aware of betting rules https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ken Owens says Wales players are aware of betting and anti-corruption rules after backs coach Rob Howley was sent home following an alleged breach.

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Taylor and Johnson in centre for Scotland to face Ireland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Duncan Taylor and Sam Johnson start together for only the second time at centre for Scotland in their World Cup opener against Ireland.

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Conway and Larmour start for Ireland against Scotland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Andrew Conway and Jordan Larmour are named in the Ireland team to face Scotland after Rob Kearney and Keith Earls fail to prove their fitness.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: England name team for opening match v Tonga https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

George Ford will start at fly-half and Owen Farrell at inside centre in England's Rugby World Cup opener against Tonga.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales fly-half Rhys Patchell says he is fit to face Georgia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales fly-half Rhys Patchell says he is fit to face Georgia in the Rugby World Cup opening game on Monday.

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'The most open World Cup for a long time' - Japan 2019 set for kick off https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The world's top rugby union nations and expectant hosts Japan are set for the start of the "most open World Cup in a long time".

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Hnery Slade hoping Manu Tuilagi bond is key for England https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Henry Slade says he hopes his bond with midfield partner Manu Tuilagi can fire England to World Cup success in Japan.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Gordon Reid on his Scotland team-mates https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gordon Reid gives BBC Scotland the lowdown on the big personalities inside Scotland's World Cup dressing room.

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Rugby World Cup: Russia's Welsh coach Lyn Jones hopes for best but fears worst https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Coach Lyn Jones hopes underdogs Russia can make their mark in Friday's World Cup opener against hosts Japan but admits their chances are slim.

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Club-by-club guide to 2019-20 Premier 15s season https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

There's only been one name on the Premier 15s trophy, so who can push Saracens all the way this season? BBC Sport provides a lowdown on all 10 sides.

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Ntamack and Dupont start as half-backs for France against Argentina https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

France opt for Toulouse duo Romain Ntamack and Antoine Dupont as their half-back partnership to take on Argentina

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Wallabies pick Pocock and Hooper in back row for Fiji game https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia name both David Pocock and Michael Hooper in their back row to face Fiji on the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Ireland must adapt to conditions - Murphy https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland skills coach Richie Murphy says potentially bad weather conditions will not derail Ireland's plans for their World Cup game with Scotland.

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Rugby World Cup: New Zealand pick Beauden Barrett at 15 to face South Africa https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand pick Beauden Barrett at full-back and Richie Mo'unga at fly-half in their team to face South Africa on Saturday.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Henry Slade & Manu Tuilagi bond key to England success https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Centre Henry Slade says his bond with midfield partner Manu Tuilagi can fire England to World Cup success.

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Wales 'circling the wagons' - plus pick your starting XV to face Georgia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Forwards coach Robin McBryde says Wales are "circling the wagons" after the shock removal of Rob Howley.

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'The closer we get, the more I fancy England' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former England scrum-half Matt Dawson answers five key questions as the start of the Rugby World Cup in Japan looms.

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Is the All Blacks' dominance about to come to an end? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As they prepare for an opener against South Africa and a bid for a third straight Rugby World Cup, are the All Blacks wobbling on their throne?

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Songs, sumo and toilet trauma - rugby fans descend on Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eight things to know as the Rugby World Cup comes to Asia - with some unexpected twists.

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Captain Leitch ready to 'inspire Japan again' at World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Captain Michael Leitch says his team are ready to "inspire Japan again" as the host nation prepare to take on Russia in the World Cup opener

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'We gave up everything for this’ - epic journeys to the Rugby World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jobs have been quit, house deposits spent and continents crossed - without flying - to get to the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

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Ireland's Kearney and Earls fit to face Scotland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's Rob Kearney, Keith Earls and Joey Carbery have been passed fit to face Scotland in Sunday's World Cup opener, but Robbie Henshaw will definitely miss out.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Consistent Greig Laidlaw knows his worth to Scotland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Experienced scrum-half Greig Laidlaw has divided opinions in the past but, as he tells Tom English, he knows what he means to Scotland in what is likely to be his World Cup swansong.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Warren Gatland says Rob Howley's departure left him shocked https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales head coach Warren Gatland says he's shocked backs coach Rob Howley has been sent home from the World Cup for an alleged betting breach.

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Tabloids 'forced' Thomas to reveal HIV status https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The ex-Wales captain said threats from a paper forced him to reveal his status to the world.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Gatland shocked as Howley sent home https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales head coach Warren Gatland says he is shocked at alleged breach of betting rules by assistant Rob Howley

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Rugby World Cup: Danny Care & Chris Ashton pick six to watch https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Danny Care and Chris Ashton pick six men who could put their name in lights at the Rugby World Cup.

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'Don't eat the hibiscus' - what's it like to play rugby in Japan? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Australian wing Nick Cummins discusses his two years in Japanese club rugby - including hibiscus eating, face bleaching and the delights of drinking sake.

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'Real' Scotland will emerge at World Cup - Russell https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Finn Russell believes the "real" Scotland are ready to emerge from their injury-hit Six Nations and take the Rugby World Cup by storm.

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Embrose Papier: Sale sign South Africa scrum-half as World Cup cover https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Sale sign South Africa scrum-half Embrose Papier on loan as World Cup cover for compatriot Faf de Klerk.

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Wales coach Howley sent home from World Cup for alleged betting rules breach https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales backs coach Rob Howley has been sent home from the World Cup for an alleged breach of betting rules.

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Rugby World Cup: Ireland 'can beat anyone' but England will win - Mark McCall https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall feels that Ireland "can beat anyone on their day" but has tipped England to win the World Cup in Japan.

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Owens, Davies and Wyn Jones so vital for Wales - Warburton https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales cannot afford injuries to senior players Alun Wyn Jones, Ken Owens and Jonathan Davies at the Rugby World Cup, says Sam Warburton.

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Quiz: How much do you know about Scotland at the World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Test your knowledge of Scotland at the World Cup before Sunday's opener with Ireland in the BBC Scotland quiz.

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Wainwright set to start in Wales back row against Georgia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Aaron Wainwright looks set to fight off fierce back-row competition to start in Wales' World Cup opener against Georgia.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Ben Youngs wants new England chapter after past failures https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ben Youngs wants England to write a new chapter at the World Cup in Japan after the disappointments of the 2011 and 2015 campaigns.

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Ireland's Kearney could be fit for Scotland opener https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland full-back Rob Kearney is likely to train this week and could still be in contention for Sunday's World Cup opener against Scotland despite a calf injury.

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Horne hopes try threat catches Townsend's eye in Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Diminutive George Horne may be Scotland's third-choice scrum-half, but his prolific try threat makes him a force to be reckoned with.

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Six Nations stake sale to private equity firm CVC moves closer https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Six Nations "enters into an exclusive period of negotiation" with private equity firm CVC to sell a stake in rugby's oldest championship.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: England will peak in Japan, says Jonny May https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England winger Jonny May says his side "will peak" and are ready to "do something very special" at the World Cup, which begins on Friday.

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Rugby World Cup: The Wales prop and the lovespoon https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales prop Rhys Carre explains why he is carrying a traditional Welsh lovespoon around Japan for the Rugby World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Can Wales lay ghosts of tournaments past? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Red cards, injuries, hammerings and bad luck stories. Why optimism comes hard for Wales fans at the Rugby World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales rugby team choir on song in Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales' rugby squad sings the hymn Calon Lan for Japanese schoolchildren at a reception ahead of the Rugby World Cup.

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Jacques Vermeulen: Exeter sign South African forward from Sharks https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter sign former South Africa Under-20 flanker Jacques Vermeulen from Sharks on a three-year contract.

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Only 'touch' rugby will stop concussions happening - Price https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Concussions will always happen, says Scotland scrum-half Ali Price in the wake of David Denton's early retirement.

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Rugby World Cup stadiums: Where are matches being played? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Floating pitches, volcano views and cities named after car companies await fans at Rugby World Cup venues in Japan.

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Ireland's Aki shrugs off criticism of overseas-born players https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland's New Zealand-born centre Bundee Aki is unfazed by criticism of the country's selection of players born overseas.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales given huge backing by Japanese hosts https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

A crowd of 15,000 packs Kitakyushu Stadium to watch Wales' first World Cup training session in Japan.

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Scotland forward Denton retires after concussion https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland forward David Denton retires aged 29 following a concussion injury he sustained playing for Leicester Tigers in October.

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Emotional finish to Ironman for Thomas https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The Welsh ex-rugby captain finishes the Ironman challenge after revealing he has HIV.

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England captain Farrell 'adjusts tackling technique' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England captain Owen Farrell has made adjustments to his technique as World Rugby tries to clamp down on high tackles and shoulder charges at the Rugby World Cup

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Wales using baby oil on rugby balls to prepare for humidity at World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales have been covering rugby balls in baby oil to prepare for humidity in games at the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

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Matt Duncan: 'Rugby mindset' helps former Scotland wing tackle MS symptoms https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Scotland rugby international Matt Duncan says his "playing mindset" is helping him deal with the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

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Poor discipline could cost England - Woodward https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Poor discipline could be the only "chink" in England's chances of winning the Rugby World Cup, says former head coach Sir Clive Woodward.

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Ritchie to miss Scotland's opener against Ireland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Jamie Ritchie will miss Scotland's World Cup opener with Ireland despite joining up with the squad in Japan, says head coach Gregor Townsend.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales' Adam Beard and Cory Hill out of Georgia match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland is "concerned" about Wales' lock options with Adam Beard and Cory Hill out of the World Cup opener against Georgia.

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'We can win it most definitely' - Mitchell says England can match 2003 heroes https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England defence coach John Mitchell says the class of 2019 can emulate the heroes of 2003 and win the Rugby World Cup.

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Thomas on HIV: 'I want to break the stigma' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Wales captain Gareth Thomas says by revealing his condition he wants to educate everybody, including himself.

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Ex-Wales captain Thomas reveals he has HIV https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Thomas says by revealing his condition he wants to "educate and break the stigma for everybody".

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Robbie Henshaw a reported Ireland injury concern https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Robbie Henshaw is reported to be a fitness concern for Ireland's World Cup opener against Scotland because of a hamstring injury.

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Hot and humid Japan will suit England - Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England head coach Eddie Jones says the humid conditions at the Rugby World Cup in Japan will "give us an advantage".

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'It was crazy stuff' - Australia head coach Cheika 'threatened' amid Folau fallout https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Australia head coach Michael Cheika says he received threats amid the fallout from Israel Folau's controversial social media post.

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Rugby World Cup: Pick your all-time XV https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Carter or Jonny Wilkinson? Jonah Lomu or Shane Williams? John Eales or Martin Johnson? Gavin Hastings or Jason Robinson? There are no easy choices...

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Rugby World Cup: Dan Biggar aims to continue confounding critics https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Biggar travels to Rugby World Cup in Japan as Wales first-choice fly-half, but knowing he will always have doubters to win over.

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Rugby World Cup quiz: Do you remember these great moments? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Trash talk, haka challenges, new stars burning bright and nation-uniting triumphs - how much do you remember of these great Rugby World Cup moments?

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Adam Beard: Wales lock has appendix surgery but is set to join World Cup squad https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Lock Adam Beard will link up with Wales' World Cup squad in Japan early next week after having his appendix removed.

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Dan Robson: Wasps scrum-half on deep vein thrombosis and England omission https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wasps scrum-half Dan Robson says being diagnosed with a deep vein thrombosis five months before the Rugby World Cup was a "freak thing".

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Rugby World Cup 2019: New Zealand's Luke Jacobson ruled out of tournament https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand back-row forward Luke Jacobson is ruled out of the World Cup after suffering a "delayed onset of concussion".

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Follow the Rugby World Cup live on the BBC https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

BBC Sport will bring you live radio commentary on every Rugby World Cup match, with comprehensive coverage on the BBC Sport website.

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Dan Robson and Thomas Young: Wasps name duo as co-captains https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Dan Robson and Thomas Young will co-captain Wasps during the 2019-20 Premiership season.

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Quiz: Can you remember Wales' first World Cup team in 1987 https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Name the Wales starting XV that played in their first-ever World Cup match against Ireland in 1987.

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Jordan Crane: Bristol Bears number eight to retire at end of season https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol Bears number eight and four-time Premiership winner Jordan Crane is to retire at the end of the season.

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I would've had to turn water into wine to sway Jones - Cipriani https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Danny Cipriani claims he would have had to "turn water into wine" to convince England coach Eddie Jones to take him to the Rugby World Cup.

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Rhys Priestland: Bath fly-half thinks he is ineligible for Wales https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bath outside-half Rhys Priestland says he does not think he is eligible for Wales after staying in the English Premiership.

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Rugby World Cup: England sample culture at Japanese school https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England visit a school in Japan to try traditional archery and a tea ceremony on the first full day of their training camp.

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I'm still England's best full-back despite World Cup omission, says Brown https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mike Brown believes he is England's best full-back despite being left out of head coach Eddie Jones' Rugby World Cup squad.

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Independent doctors to have final say on Premiership concussion https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Independent doctors are to be at all Premiership games from this season to help enforce concussion protocol.

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Wales skipper Jones dreaming of World Cup glory https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones says he thinks of winning the World Cup on an almost daily basis.

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Howley in the picture for Italian job https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales backs coach Rob Howley is in the running to become the next Italy boss after the Rugby World Cup.

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Sam Warburton: 'France don't treat concussion seriously' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Wales and Lions captain Sam Warburton calls for World Rugby to standardise concussion treatment and claims France do not match standards of others.

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'Exciting' that Saracens will start to pay women's team https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Saracens' decision to pay their women's team is "really exciting", says their England full-back Sarah McKenna.

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James Horwill: Ex-Australia captain set to play for Cambridge in Varsity match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ex-Australia captain James Horwill comes out of retirement to play for Cambridge University in December's Varsity match with Oxford.

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Rugby World Cup: Danny Care questions level of 'loyalty' after being left out by England https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Danny Care says selecting players for international teams on the basis of their residency or relations will inevitably breed resentment.

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Northampton Saints: Dylan Hartley replaced as captain by Alex Waller and Teimana Harrison https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Northampton name Alex Waller and Teimana Harrison co-captains, as England hooker Dylan Hartley "steps away" from the role.

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RugbyX: One-on-one to decide drawn games in sport's version of Twenty20 https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

RugbyX will see the introduction of rugby's version of the 'Super Over', with drawn matches decided by a revolutionary 'one-on-one' contest.

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Gatland confident despite Wales' World Cup warm-up defeats https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Warren Gatland was unconcerned after defeat by Ireland in Wales' final World Cup warm-up ahead of the tournament start in Japan.

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'It was tough to take' - Wales' Anscombe on World Cup heartbreak https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gareth Anscombe admits it will be hard to watch Wales at the Rugby World Cup in Japan after he was ruled out of the tournament with a knee injury.

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Biltong, saunas and golf simulators - how Scotland are preparing for Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

How the world's top teams are packing and preparing for rugby union's big trip east to Japan for the 2019 World Cup.

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'This is the strongest Ireland World Cup squad ever' - former fly-half Ward https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Ireland fly-half Tony Ward says head coach Joe Schmidt has assembled the "strongest Irish squad ever to go to a World Cup".

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Dan McFarland disappointed for Ulster players who missed out https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ulster coach Dan McFarland says he is disappointed for the province's players who narrowly missed out on World Cup selection.

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Rugby World Cup: Magnus Bradbury travels with Scotland as cover for Jamie Ritchie https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Back-row Magnus Bradbury will join Scotland's World Cup travelling party on Monday as "precautionary injury cover" for Jamie Ritchie.

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Glory to rock bottom - the inside story of England's past four World Cups https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

The inside story of England's past four Rugby World Cup campaigns, from victory in 2003 to pool-stage defeat in 2015, from the men who were there.

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England must 'adapt' to Japan typhoon threat - Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Eddie Jones says his England side must be "adaptable" to extreme weather conditions in Japan during the World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup: 'Scotland must click in defence to pose threat in Japan' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Defensive shortcomings remain a source of concern as Scotland complete their World Cup warm-ups, writes Andy Burke.

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World Cup warm-up: 'Ireland choked us in the second half' - Gatland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland laments their second-half discipline as Ireland "choked" them after the break in their final World Cup warm-up.

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Rugby World Cup: Ireland beat Wales 19-10 in final warm-up game https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Ireland beat Wales 19-10 in Dublin in the final warm-up game for both sides ahead of the World Cup.

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Patchell World Cup injury worry for Wales https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Fly-half Rhys Patchell is a World Cup worry for Wales after failing a head injury assessment during their final warm-up against Ireland in Dublin.

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Scotland in good place for World Cup - Price https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland travel to the World Cup with "good momentum" following three successive warm-up wins, says scrum-half Ali Price.

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All Blacks score 92 points in final World Cup warm-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

New Zealand hammer Tonga 92-7 in their final World Cup warm-up game in Hamilton before they begin the defence of their title in Japan.

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Rugby World Cup 2019: Pick your England XV to face Tonga https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Owen Farrell or George Ford at fly-half? Tom Curry, Sam Underhill or Mark Wilson as flankers? Pick your England team to face Tonga in Sapporo.

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England 37-0 Italy: Dominant England secure four-try win over Italy https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch highlights as England produce a lively second-half performance to beat Italy 37-0 in their final World Cup warm-up game at St James' Park in Newcastle.

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Scotland 36-9 Georgia: Scotland win final World Cup warm-up match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Watch highlights as Scotland beat Georgia 36-9 at Murrayfield to earn their third win from four World Cup warm-up matches.

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Injured prop Vunipola to miss most of England's World Cup pool games https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Prop Mako Vunipola will not be fit until the end of the Rugby World Cup pool stages after suffering a setback in his hamstring injury.

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It will take a good team to stop England - O'Shea https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Italy coach Conor O'Shea believes "the team that beats England will win the World Cup" after his side were beaten 37-0 by Eddie Jones' men in their final warm-up match.

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Four-try England cruise past Italy in final World Cup warm-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England finish their Rugby World Cup with a stop-start 30-7 win over Italy at St James' Park.

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Scotland 36-9 Georgia: Gregor Townsend's side win final World Cup warm-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland pull away from a stubborn Georgia in the second half at Murrayfield to earn their third win in four World Cup warm-up matches.

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Chester Williams: South Africa World Cup winner dies aged 49 https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former South Africa international and 1995 World Cup winner Chester Williams has died at the age of 49.

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Ireland v Wales: 'Time to get on with the rugby' - Alun Wyn Jones https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones says the players are ready to play at the end of a "hectic week" in which their World Cup squad was named.

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Mapimpi hat-trick helps South Africa beat Japan in final warm-up match https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Makazole Mapimpi scores a hat-trick as South Africa beat tournament hosts Japan 41-7 in their final World Cup warm-up match.

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Max Lahiff: Bristol sign ex-Bath prop on one-year deal https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Bristol Bears sign former Bath prop Max Lahiff on a one-year contract after move to France falls through.

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Nine-year-old one-armed rugby player proving bullies wrong https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Nine-year-old Shay Dunster is inspiring a rugby club after defying bullies who said he could not play.

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Quiz: Can you name Scotland 15 who faced Georgia in 2016? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

As Scotland prepare for Friday's summer Test, can you name their starting line-up from the last home meeting with Georgia in 2016?

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Wilson hopes England can thrill like Keegan's Newcastle https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Mark Wilson hopes England can thrill the fans like Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United when they face Italy at St James' Park on Friday.

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Rory Best: Ireland captain starts against Wales for final home appearance https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rory Best will captain Ireland against Wales in his final appearance at the Aviva Stadium before retiring after the World Cup.

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Rugby World Cup: Anthony Watson says England will not fear injuries in final warm-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England back Anthony Watson says England will not fear injuries in their final World Cup warm-up against Italy.

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Scotland v Georgia: Ryan Wilson goes from camper van to captaincy https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland back-row Ryan Wilson tells Tom English about his anxious sweat over a World Cup place as he prepares to captain the team against Georgia.

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Rugby World Cup warm-up: Rhys Patchell starts for Wales against Ireland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rhys Patchell will start at fly-half in Wales' final World Cup warm-up game, against Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

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Paddy Jackson: London Irish fly-half ready to 'get on with business' at new club https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Paddy Jackson is ready to help London Irish in a tough Premiership season ahead, coach Dec Danaher says.

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Gillan's remarkable rise from rugby-obsessed teen to NFL punter https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scot Jamie Gillan on his remarkable rise from rugby-daft teenager to Cleveland Browns' starting punter in the NFL.

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Wales forward Ball regrets rushing back from concussion https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales forward Jake Ball warns players not to return too soon after concussion after doing it himself in 2018.

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Home World Cup was 'intense and claustrophobic' - England prop Marler https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England's players will embrace the Rugby World Cup in Japan far more than the high-pressured environment of 2015, says prop Joe Marler.

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Welshman Owens to referee Wales v Barbarians https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Welshman Nigel Owens will referee a Wales match for the first time when they host Warren Gatland's Barbarians on 30 November.

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Scotland v Georgia: Ryan Wilson captains Gregor Townsend's team https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Gregor Townsend has opted not to start any of the players who missed out on selection for the Rugby World Cup squad for Scotland's final warm-up against Georgia.

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Pick your Scotland XV to play Georgia https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland have now confirmed the 31 players who will be part of their World Cup squad. But who would be in your XV for the final warm-up match against Georgia on Friday?

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Tigers 'will take further action if appropriate' over bar incident https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leicester Tigers say they will "take further action if appropriate" after reports of an incident involving some of their players in a bar in Portugal.

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Joe Marchant to start for England against Italy despite not being in World Cup squad https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Harlequins centre Joe Marchant will start England's final warm-up match against Italy on Friday despite not being part of the World Cup squad.

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England v Italy: Henry Slade may miss Rugby World Cup warm-up https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England centre Henry Slade may head to the Rugby World Cup without playing in any warm-up matches as he continues his comeback from a knee injury.

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James Mitchell: Northampton Saints sign former Connacht scrum-half https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Former Connacht Scrum-half James Mitchell signs a deal with Northampton Saints for the duration of the World Cup.

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'Squad selection, snoring and sushi - my first World Cup' https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

In his latest BBC Sport column, Wales centre Hadleigh Parkes talks World Cup dreams, sushi and his search for a new room-mate in Japan.

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Wales coach Edwards expects move to France after World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales defence coach Shaun Edwards confirms his future will likely be in France after the Rugby World Cup.

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'If Wales win World Cup, maybe I'll get Webb Ellis tattoo' - Davies tackles tournament with brother https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Flanker James Davies is the Olympic sevens silver medallist from Wales preparing for his first Rugby World Cup with brother Jonathan.

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McInally to captain Scotland at World Cup as Jones & Hutchinson miss out https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Stuart McInally will lead Scotland at the Rugby World Cup in Japan as centres Huw Jones and Rory Hutchinson miss out from Gregor Townsend's 31-man squad.

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Nowell recovering after appendicitis but will go to World Cup https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

England wing Jack Nowell will travel to the World Cup on Sunday despite being struck down with appendicitis.

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Women's Premier 15s: Exeter launch side in bid for league licence https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Exeter launch their bid for a side in the next Women's Premier 15s structure with a £500,000 initial outlay.

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Toner left out as Ireland name World Cup squad https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Leinster lock Devin Toner is a shock omission from the 31-man Ireland squad named by Joe Schmidt for the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

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Rugby World Cup: Who will make the final cut for Scotland? https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has a few marginal calls to make when revealing his 31-man squad for the World Cup on Tuesday.

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Durability concerns counted against props - Gatland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland explains the reasons behind his World Cup squad selection, including dropping props Rob Evans and Samson Lee.

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Wales squad 'good enough' to win World Cup - Warren Gatland https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Wales coach Warren Gatland says they have the playing talent to win the Rugby World Cup after picking his final squad for Japan.

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'Rob Evans was the first to wish the boys all the best' - Wales team manager Alan Phillips https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Team manager Alan Phillips says the Wales players to miss out on World Cup selection are "a special bunch of boys".

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Wales World Cup squad: Rhys Patchell & Cory Hill in Warren Gatland's final 31 for Japan https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

Rhys Patchell gets the nod over Jarrod Evans at fly-half and injured lock Cory Hill selected in Wales's final 31-man squad for the World Cup.

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Wales fan drives to Japan for Rugby World Cup 2019 https://ift.tt/1MoLcWr

John Evans sets off from Aberystwyth on Sunday and plans to drive 500 miles per day.

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