England inspired by tennis world in bid to serve up Rugby World Cup win over Japan Steve Borthwick’s side are based at Patrick Mouratoglou’s tennis academy ahead of their latest Pool D clash Evening Standard · Sep 16, 2023
Is Wales vs Portugal on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool C fixture The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023
Is Ireland vs Tonga on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool B fixture The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2023
Conor Murray says it’s ‘great’ having his father in good health and at World Cup Gerry Murray suffered serious injuries earlier this year following an incident while cycling. The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
All Blacks bounce back from opening defeat with 11-try mauling of Namibia New Zealand 71-3 Namibia: Cam Roigard and Cam McKenzie each scored two tries to help Ian Foster’s side to a big win in Toulouse. The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
Borthwick calls for more transparency over World Cup refereeing decisions Steve Borthwick has called for more transparency over refereeing decisions at the Rugby World Cup while Eddie Jones says TV replays harm the spectacle The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023
Stuart McInally vows to 'do it for Dave' after Scotland World Cup SOS call Stuart McInally has promised to ‘do it for Dave’ after answering a World Cup SOS call from Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend following the… The National (Scotland) · Sep 15, 2023
Steve Borthwick questions World Rugby silence on red card inconsistency after Tom Curry sending off The England head coach was carefully critical of the lack of transparency over the World Cup officiating so far Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023
New Zealand 71-3 Namibia: Rugby World Cup 2023 – as it happened Cam Roigard and Damian McKenzie impressed as the All Blacks ran in eleven tries against spirited but outmatched opponents The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023
Steve Borthwick concerned by World Rugby’s ‘consistency’ on disciplinary issues The England head coach aired his frustration on Friday. The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
Steve Borthwick questions World Rugby’s silence on red card inconsistency The debate over head contacts and officiating consistency overshadowed the opening weekend of the World Cup The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
Japan in mood to write new chapter of sporting romance against England A significant shock is brewing at this tournament and Japan have a rich history of providing huge World Cup upsets with England awaiting them on Sunday The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023
Ireland determined to quell Tongan fire as heatwave fades at last Temperatures are dropping but Andy Farrell will hope the intensity of his side does not with the Pacific islanders a significant step up The Guardian - UK · Sep 15, 2023
Gareth Anscombe reveals his relief at avoiding an unwanted World Cup double New Zealand-born back was hurt during a World Cup training camp. The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023 The key talking points ahead of Ireland’s World Cup clash with Tonga Ireland will welcome a significant reduction in temperature following the scorching conditions endured at Stade de Bordeaux.
Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023 Why do New Zealand do the haka, what do the words mean and how will England respond? All eyes will be on the haka at Twickenham on Saturday after Joe Marler’s controversial comments
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023 Stuart McInally reveals recent ‘whirlwind of emotions’ after Scotland call-up The 33-year-old hooker was officially added to Gregor Townsend’s 33-man squad this week.
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023 Lewis Ludlam replaces suspended Tom Curry as England make minimal changes for Japan There is a return for Kyle Sinckler in the front row, with loosehead Joe Marler also promoted to the starting side
Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023 Kyle Sinckler to start as Billy Vunipola returns to England squad for Japan clash at Rugby World Cup Sinckler has recovered from a chest injury and is one of three changes from England’s opening win over Argentina
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023 Captain Will Skelton emerges as injury doubt for Wallabies’ clash with Fiji The second row has suffered a calf injury in training but will be given until kick-off to prove his fitness
The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2023 Fiji holds ‘special place’ in Wallabies hearts but allegiances won’t wobble With seven players of Fijian heritage, Australia head into their next World Cup pool match with unique perspective
Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023 England wary of Japan Rugby World Cup threat likened to Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona The Brave Blossoms have an up-tempo, attractive attacking style but know they must front up at the set-piece to cause Pool D upset
The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2023 Ireland braced for ‘big step up’ ahead of facing Tonga’s ‘serious threats’ Andy Farrell’s men launched their campaign by blitzing Pool B minnows Romania.
Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023 England can ignite Rugby World Cup attack against Japan with George Ford central to expansion The Brave Blossoms’ budding style should allow Steve Borthwick’s side to finally find their rhythm in Sunday’s Pool D clash in Nice
Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023 Lawrence Dallaglio column: England must be clever to get best from Billy Vunipola again Steve Borthwick must be intelligent with his use of the returning No8 to prevent a target being placed on his back