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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

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 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.

The Independent UK · 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

Evening Standard · 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

The Independent UK · 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

Evening Standard · Sep 15, 2023