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Rassie Erasmus: We have a 'good chance' of winning World Cup

Springbok Director of Rugby Rassie Erasmus believes the Boks 'have a good chance' of winning the Rugby World Cup (RWC) but refused to accept the favourites tag given to them by some.

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Billy Vunipola hopes to be fit for World Cup despite knee operation

Billy Vunipola has undergone a minor operation on his injured knee but expects to be fit for the Rugby World Cup.

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Springboks captain Siya Kolisi upbeat over recovery ahead of Rugby World Cup

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has offered assurance he is on course for a full recovery ahead of this year's Rugby World Cup in France.

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Jason Robinson: England must take hope from unlikely 2007 World Cup run

Jason Robinson insists England must look to his 2007 runners-up rather than the triumphant vintage of 2003 for inspiration to drive their World Cup quest.

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'Unorthodox' Japan aiming for big scalps at the Rugby World Cup

Japan head coach Jamie Joseph believes that their unique style will cause their Pool D rivals problems at the Rugby World Cup.

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Johnny Sexton in trouble for abusing referee Jaco Peyper after Champions Cup final

Johnny Sexton's preparations for the upcoming Rugby World Cup could be hampered after he received a misconduct letter from European Professional Club Rugby.