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‘Special moment’ for South American rugby as Chile join Argentina and Uruguay at World Cup

For the first time in Rugby World Cup history, South America will be fielding three representatives at the 2023 edition that kicks off in France on September 8, with first-timers Chile entering the fray alongside Uruguay and tournament regulars Argentina. The trio of nations will be counting on this unprecedented…

France 24

World Player of the Year award ‘long forgotten’ by Ireland – Josh van der Flier

The Leinster flanker was only the third Irishman to win the award.

The Independent UK

The wait is over - let the 2023 Rugby World Cup fun commence

This will be the tenth edition of the Cup and for the first time, the finals will be entirely hosted by France.

The National (Scotland)

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Jonny May reveals anger at Steve Borthwick after initially missing out on England’s Rugby World Cup squad

May wanted to leave the England camp but stayed and ultimately replaced Anthony Watson in the World Cup squad

Evening Standard

England consider Marcus Smith at full-back for Rugby World Cup opener against Argentina

England are giving serious consideration to starting Marcus Smith at full-back in Saturday’s crucial Rugby World Cup clash with Argentina.

Evening Standard

Duane Vermeulen promises to be ready for Scotland threat Finn Russell

The powerhouse No 8, who is playing in his third World Cup at the grand old age of 37.

The National (Scotland)

Tom Curry will start World Cup opener as England aim to fix leaky defence

The 25-year-old back-rower, yet to appear for England under Steve Borthwick, is expected to start against Argentina after recovering from an ankle injury

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Ben Healy has no doubts over path to Scotland World Cup camp

The former Ireland under-20s and Munster stand-off was feeling tired but enthused about the opportunities that have opened up for him.

The National (Scotland)

Johnny Sexton, the resolute perfectionist with one last shot at World Cup glory

The veteran Ireland captain’s demanding streak has not dimmed as he eyes final tilt at winning Rugby World Cup aged 38

The Guardian - UK

Who will win the 2023 Rugby World Cup? This algorithm uses 10,000 simulations to rank the contenders

Despite New Zealand’s record loss to South Africa in August, All Blacks fans can take heart from statistical modelling that has them as favourites to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup (RWC).

The Conversation

Ireland’s Jamison Gibson-Park relishing chance to test himself at World Cup

The 31-year-old was barely on the international radar at the time of the 2019 World Cup

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2023: How to watch every match for FREE on TV and online

The Rugby World Cup is well underway, with ITV screening all the matches live and exclusive this year.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: Final date and time, results, schedule, how to watch and odds

New Zealand and South Africa will face off in the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.

Evening Standard

Tom Curry in contention to start England’s World Cup opener against Argentina

Curry missed all four warm-up Tests after spraining the joint during training in early August, but is in line to start if he has no setbacks.

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

England ready to throw Tom Curry in at deep end for Rugby World Cup opener

Kevin Sinfield talks up flanker’s return after three months out

Evening Standard

Australia vs Georgia: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

Australia secured Eddie Jones a first win in his second spell in charge as they swept past Georgia 35-15 to open their Rugby World Cup Pool C campaign in style with a bonus-point victory at the Stade de France.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: The best bars and pubs to watch the final

England are third, but tonight sees New Zealand attempt to wrestle the trophy from South Africa — here’s where to follow along in London

Evening Standard

Ireland vs Romania: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

Ireland are handed a favourable start to their Rugby World Cup campaign against minnows Romania this evening.

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Evening Standard

England can’t sack Steve Borthwick after World Cup ‘hand grenade’, says Mike Tindall

The RFU must give head coach time after the situation he inherited even if France campaign is an abject failure, argues 2003 winner

Evening Standard

Ollie Lawrence interview: England centre aiming to repay Steve Borthwick faith after overcoming hurdles

Powerful midfielder aiming to shine in World Cup campaign after Bath reset and moving on from Worcester’s sad demise

The Guardian - UK

Cipriani lifts lid on English rugby’s great flaw: a mistrust of mavericks

Fly-half reveals much in his new book, not least the preference for pragmatists over visionaries that still holds England back

The Independent UK

France World Cup lock Bastien Chalureau insists ‘I’m not racist’ despite conviction

The lock is appealing against a suspended prison sentence for a racially-motivated attack in 2020

The Independent UK

Ex-rugby players to scale Mont Blanc in aid of mental health support in sport

The three former Exeter Chiefs will be scaling the mountain in the Alps to raise money for LooseHeadz, rugby’s leading mental health charity.

The Independent UK

How Scotland can overcome cruel luck to thrive at Rugby World Cup

A tough draw leaves arguably the best-ever Scottish side facing a second successive World Cup exit at the pool stage

The Independent UK

Joe McCarthy delighted after wrestling his way into Ireland’s World Cup squad

The 22-year-old is the least experienced international in Andy Farrell’s squad.

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