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Billy Vunipola reveals what he learned at ‘tackle school’ after red card

The number eight had his ban reduced by a week after attending World Rugby’s coaching intervention programme with Kevin Sinfield

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

Ireland need ‘a big performance’ to beat world champions South Africa

Ireland go into the pivotal Pool B showdown on a 15-match winning streak.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

Eddie Jones faces ultimate test of his rugby philosophy as Wales await

Australia take on Wales in Lyon on Sunday with their Rugby World Cup hopes hanging by a thread

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

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In sport, abuse is often dismissed as 'good coaching'

The head coach of the Welsh men’s rugby squad, Warren Gatland, has built a reputation as one of the best coaches in the world. But his “intense training methods” have drawn comparisons to waterboarding, and his training programmes have included “psychological challenges” such as players being put in hoods and…

The Conversation · Sep 22, 2023

Billy Vunipola enjoys ‘sucking eggs’ at tackle school thanks to Kevin Sinfield masterclass

Billy Vunipola has vowed to heed the lessons of tackle school to kick-start his Rugby World Cup campaign with England.

Evening Standard · Sep 22, 2023

Rugby World Cup 2023: what to look out for this weekend

The Chile wing Cristobal Game, a late call-up, gets a chance to shine against England, Scotland fear Tonga rebound and the curious case of a missing tee

The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2023

Wales name strong side for Australia clash as Warren Gatland omits co-captain

Wales boss Warren Gatland has named the same team that beat Fiji in their World Cup opener

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

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France World Cup rugby chiefs sweat over Dupont face injury

France's hopes of lifting a first rugby union World Cup suffered a setback on Friday when tests confirmed that skipper Antoine Dupont could be out of the tournament after suffering a facial fracture during the 96-0 romp past Namibia in Marseille.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 22, 2023

Gregor Townsend knows only wins will do for Scotland

The Scots have little room for manoeuvre as they seek to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

Jones admits future could hinge on Wallabies result

Facing the prospect of a historic early World Cup exit, Eddie Jones says he may not survive as coach if the Wallabies lose to Wales in Lyon.

AAP · Sep 22, 2023

$Antoine Dupont’s World Cup campaign in doubt following facial fracture$

Antoine Dupont’s World Cup campaign in doubt following facial fracture

The France skipper faces a World Cup fitness fight after being hurt against Namibia.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

$Blow for France’s World Cup campaign as Antoine Dupont suffers facial fracture$

Blow for France’s World Cup campaign as Antoine Dupont suffers facial fracture

The captain was injured during the record 96-0 win over Namibia following a clash of heads.

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

$Antoine Dupont taken to hospital with facial fracture as France suffer major World Cup blow$

Antoine Dupont taken to hospital with facial fracture as France suffer major World Cup blow

The hosts’ captain and star scrum half has suffered a facial fracture, leaving his further participation at the tournament in doubt

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

Argentina vs Samoa referee: Who is Rugby World Cup official Nic Berry

Berry is one of the referees at this year’s tournament

The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

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The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023

Is Argentina vs Samoa on TV? Channel, start time and how to watch Rugby World Cup

Everything you need to know ahead of the Pool D fixture

Radio France Internationale · Sep 22, 2023

Pope Francis to sound alarm over migrant tragedies during Marseille visit

Pope Francis will arrive in the southern French city of Marseille on Friday for a two-day visit that will include a meeting of bishops from around the Mediterranean, a ceremony at the memorial for people lost at sea and a public mass. He is expected to reiterate his call for…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 22, 2023

Dupont injury blights France victory over Namibia at Rugby World Cup

A second-half injury to France skipper Antoine Dupont eclipsed a record win over Namibia which virtually sealed a place for the hosts in the last eight at the rugby union World Cup.

AAP · Sep 22, 2023

Pone back to add punch in Wallabies' key World Cup game

Known for his barnstorming runs, tighthead prop Pone Fa'amausili has worked hard on his scrummaging to earn his way into the Wallabies' line-up to face Wales.

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France 24 · Sep 22, 2023

France's 96-0 win over Namibia overshadowed by facial injury for captain Dupont

A serious-looking facial injury to captain Antoine Dupont took the gloss off France's highest ever score, a 96-0 romp against hapless Namibia at the Rugby World Cup on Thursday. There were 14 tries, including a penalty try, and Thomas Ramos converted 12 of 13.

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2023

France rack up record score in huge Rugby World Cup win over Namibia

France 96-0 Namibia: The hosts racked up a huge win but lost captain Antoine Dupont to injury

The National (Scotland) · Sep 21, 2023

Blair Kinghorn reckons Scotland have a point to prove against Tonga

He is looking forward to the fixture.

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2023

Marcus Smith backed to shine at full-back as England tackle unfancied Chile

Smith will make his first start in the number 15 jersey in Saturday’s clash.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 21, 2023

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi on 'dream' World Cup showdown against Ireland

A titanic battle is expected at the Stade de France, where the Springboks’ title defence faces a stern test against an Ireland side coming off a…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 21, 2023

Andy Farrell claims South Africa clash is not a 'do-or-die game' for Ireland

He doesn’t see it as a make-or-break fixture.

AAP · Sep 21, 2023

Kerevi dismisses last Australia World Cup loss to Wales

Samu Kerevi says the Wallabies' last World Cup loss to Wales hasn't been a talking point as the Australians prepare to do battle again in a do-or-die clash.

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