RUGBY-WORLD-CUP
All Blacks name formidable 33-man squad for Rugby World Cup
The All Blacks have named a strong 33-man squad for the Rugby World Cup in France, where the side will be hunting for a fourth title.
Nick Mallett: Siya Kolisi 'must go' to World Cup even if he doesn't play
Former Springbok head coach Nick Mallett believes that 2019 Rugby World Cup-winning captain Siya Kolisi should go to France even if he doesn't play a single match.
Nienaber names 26-man squad for World Cup warm-up in Buenos Aires
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber named a squad of 26 players for the trip to Buenos Aires for their opening Rugby World Cup warm-up game on Saturday, 5 August.
World Rugby promises Rugby World Cup draw changes on the way
World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont says they are looking to put solutions in place for the next Rugby World Cup in 2027, as he addressed the criticisms of this year's lop-sided draw.
Brutal World Cup draw holds no fear for Ireland, says James Lowe
Ireland wing James Lowe has taken the philosophical approach with regard to their upcoming Rugby World Cup campaign.
O'Brien: Sexton ban will not affect Ireland’s World Cup preparation
Johnny Sexton's three-match ban will not affect the team ahead of their preparations for the World Cup, says Ireland full-back Jimmy O'Brien.
