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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

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

Steve Borthwick concerned by World Rugby’s ‘consistency’ on disciplinary issues

The England head coach aired his frustration on Friday.

The Independent UK

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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

New Zealand vs Namibia LIVE: Rugby World Cup result and reaction as All Blacks dominate in Toulouse

New Zealand 71-3 Namibia: All Blacks bounce back from France loss by hammering Namibia

The Independent UK

New Zealand vs Namibia LIVE! Rugby World Cup 2023 result, match stream, latest updates today

New Zealand vs Namibia - LIVE!

Evening Standard

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

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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

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

The Guardian - AU

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

Evening Standard

‘Maddy could still be here’: parents of UK student urge better sepsis training

Exclusive: Parents say Maddy Lawrence, 20, was failed by medical staff after rugby injury at university led to infection

The Guardian - UK

Samoa vs Chile: Christian Leali’ifano takes next step in remarkable career after allegiance switch

Christian Leali’ifano will take the next step in his remarkable career when leading Samoa’s backline against Chile at the Rugby World Cup on Saturday.

Evening Standard

Ireland vs Tonga: Johnny Sexton not focused on breaking points record in Rugby World Cup test

Retiring captain insists he will not let looming milestone affect his decision-making in a physical Pool B challenge

Evening Standard

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

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The Independent UK

Wales bid to build on Fiji win as Portugal make ‘special’ World Cup return

Portugal are making their World Cup return after 16 years without appearing at the tournament

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup: Frustrations boil over as minnows Uruguay give second-string France fright

Les Bleus’ strength in depth called into question after plucky Los Teros deliver a rousing performance in Pool A clash

The Guardian - UK

The Little Big Things review – big-hearted musical is a true-story tearjerker

This adaptation of a memoir by a 17-year-old aspiring rugby pro paralysed by a holiday accident has catchy songs, strong performances and schmaltz

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cup 2023: what to look out for on the second weekend

South Africa’s selection puzzler; Samoa want more time with tier one; Tshiunza’s steep learning curve; and fuelling with baguettes

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The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Coco Gauff, Rugby World Cup and Mo Farah

Have you been following the big stories in football, rugby, basketball, athletics, tennis and cricket?

Evening Standard

New Zealand vs Namibia: Soul-searching All Blacks bid to bounce back in Rugby World Cup mismatch

Ian Foster’s side need to up their game after a record loss to South Africa was followed by their maiden pool-stage defeat at a World Cup

The Independent UK

Warrington favourites ‘schooled’ in ‘frightening’ wheelchair rugby league clash

Paul Cullen and Ben Westwood took part in a promotional game.

The Independent UK

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Coetzee calls on his Namibians to enjoy New Zealand challenge at World Cup

Namibia coach Allister Coetzee urged his players to relish Friday night’s Group A encounter with New Zealand as a chance to improve their rugby skills.

The Independent UK

Why do New Zealand do the haka and what do the words mean in English?

The All Blacks perform the Maori ceremonial dance before their fixtures

The Independent UK

New Zealand vs Namibia referee: Who is Rugby World Cup official Luke Pearce?

The Englishman is one of the officials at the tournament

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