On King Kohli’s broad shoulders rest India’s dreams of glory on home soil Former captain may no longer be the host’s official leader, but the darling of the masses can make this World Cup his own The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2023
Cricket World Cup: England horror show threatens to end title defence early Well, what on earth happened there? Waking up this morning on day two of this World Cup to find their nightmarish, nine-wicket mauling by New Zealand was no dream, that is the question England must have been asking, longing for the video-gamer's temptation: pause, quit, restart. Evening Standard · Oct 6, 2023
Cricket World Cup | IPL experience could be handy in this World Cup: Van der Dussen Rassie van der Dussen believes South Africa's batting line-up is formidable, with IPL experience helping them adjust to different conditions. He feels the team's experience at different venues will be key to success at the World Cup. The Hindu · Oct 3, 2023
Can anyone stop India? Assessing Cricket World Cup 2023 favourites Run this World Cup through the kind of 'Super Duper Computer' that tends to be roused for its predictions around this time in any tournament cycle, and you could bet your last IPL franchise dollar that it would pre-ordain India as champions. Evening Standard · Oct 3, 2023
Flying Fiji break new ground but World Cup is set up for smaller nations to fail So-called tier-two teams are at every disadvantage, from pool fixtures to a lack of quality warm-ups: World Rugby has to act The Guardian - UK · Oct 1, 2023
Rugby World Cup: Why England matches hit by empty seats as frustration mounts While the action has been stellar on the pitch, logistical problems are putting a dampener on the tournament in France Evening Standard · Sep 28, 2023
Stuart McInally leaves Scotland camp with neck injury The 33-year-old is due to retire after this World Cup meaning he has missed the chance to bow out on the biggest stage, whilst stranded on 49 caps. The National (Scotland) · Sep 25, 2023
Lawrence Dallaglio column: England need to show their ruthless streak and get the tries flowing once again Every single England player still has a point to prove at this World Cup. Evening Standard · Sep 22, 2023
South Africa vs Ireland: Andy Farrell unfazed by Springboks mind games ahead of Rugby World Cup showdown The first genuine heavyweight contest at this World Cup for two weeks has seen South Africa fire all the pre-match shots and Ireland soak it all up. Evening Standard · Sep 22, 2023
Sam Skinner confident Scotland can bounce back off the ropes against Tonga Sam Skinner admits that Scotland were left reeling by South Africa’s ferocious breakdown work and electrifying defensive line-speed in their World… The National (Scotland) · Sep 20, 2023
England cannot afford to ‘sleepwalk’ into Chile game, warns Ollie Chessum A number of smaller nations have impressed at this World Cup so far The Independent UK · Sep 19, 2023
‘Ruining this World Cup’: TV presenter slams ‘grotesque’ refereeing as Wales beat Fiji Matthew Carley’s refereeing came under scrutiny on an opening weekend of controversial decisions at the Rugby World Cup The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023
Rugby World Cup: England go back to the future as Tuilagi thrives and fantastic Ford ignites Farrell debate Fly-half takes deserved plaudits for a stunning display against Argentina but Sale team-mate sets the tone with his sheer physicality Evening Standard · Sep 11, 2023
Energiser Ben Earl stands out to leave England ‘buzzing’ after Argentina win The flanker led an intense defensive effort as Steve Borthwick’s side showed they are alive – and kicking – at this World Cup The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023
The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2023 There will be no gold for the USA at the World Cup, after 113-111 loss to Germany There will be no gold medal for the U.S. at this World Cup
Evening Standard · Sep 7, 2023 Topsy Ojo column: France are perfect Rugby World Cup hosts but rivals must embrace fan hostility A passionate home crowd could play a major role as Les Bleus finally try and achieve global glory on home soil
Dynamite News · Sep 5, 2023 World Cup 2023 Team India: 15-member Indian squad announced with Rohit Sharma as Captain This World Cup holds immense significance for India, as it presents a golden opportunity to secure the coveted 50-over championship. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2023 The two sides of the Women’s World Cup — and the truth about where power still lies The Women’s World Cup was a transformative tournament that showcased what is possible - but its legacy now relies on the decisions of those who have previously failed to support it, writes Miguel Delaney from Sydney
The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2023 Jorge Vilda: Spain’s World Cup coach at the heart of a civil war Spain took a strange route to the World Cup trophy both on and off the pitch, somehow triumphing against a backdrop of infighting and rebellion
The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023 FIFA president calls for ‘full equality’ in football beyond Women’s World Cup Infantino said: ‘Football in general, in all the leagues and all the competitions, pay a fair price. Show that you respect women and women’s sport.’
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2023 Infighting and rebellion: How Spain overcame themselves to reach edge of Women’s World Cup glory Preparing to face England in Sydney on Sunday, Spain have taken a strange route to the final both on and off the pitch
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023 Sensational England capitalise on Sam Kerr’s missed moment to make World Cup history Australia 1-3 England: The Lionesses reached their first World Cup final and will now play Spain in Sunday’s Sydney showpiece after a near-immaculate display
The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023 England sweep aside co-hosts Australia to book World Cup final place Goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo set up a showdown with Spain.
The Independent UK · Aug 9, 2023 From upsets to record attendances, these are the trends that have emerged at the Women's World Cup The traditional elite being cut down to size has been the standout theme at the Women's World Cup ahead of the quarterfinals
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2023 How ‘arrogance’ and ‘complacency’ led to United States’ decline The USA suffered their earliest ever exit from the Women’s World Cup after defeat to Sweden, a result that signalled the end of an era