RUGBY-WORLD-CUP

Marcus Smith

Marcus Smith is the quickest in the England RWC squad, says Johnny May

England winger Johnny May says Marcus Smith is the quickest off the mark in the team at the Rugby World Cup.

Hugo Keenan

Hugo Keenan reflects on Ireland's statement win against Springboks

Fullback Hugo Keenan is feeling less pressure after Ireland edged defending champions South Africa in an epic Rugby World Cup Pool B match on Saturday.

Dane Coles

All Blacks hooker Dane Coles relishing final Rugby World Cup opportunity

All Blacks hooker Dane Coles is relishing the reward for working so hard to be part of the Rugby World Cup in France and reveals the secret to his longevity in the black jersey.

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France have 'no doubts' Antoine Dupont will be ready for World Cup quarter-final

France's coaching staff have "no doubts" injured captain Antoine Dupont will be available to play in the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup.

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Namibia's Johan Deysel handed six-game ban for tackle on Antoine Dupont

Namibia captain Johan Deysel has been banned for six games following his dangerous tackle on Antoine Dupont that left the France skipper with a facial fracture.

Damian Willemse

Springboks certain they can bounce back after shaking off Ireland loss

The Springboks have dealt with the disappointment of their 13-8 defeat against Ireland in Paris and still see plenty of reasons to be positive about their World Cup campaign.