World Cup

Watson delighted by McConnochie inclusion

Marcus Watson has praised former teammate Ruaridh McConnochie ahead of the World Cup.
4 September 2019

Stuart McInally to captain Scotland in World Cup

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has confirmed Edinburgh hooker Stuart McInally as the captain for the World Cup that kicks-off later this month in Japan.
3 September 2019

Ethan Waller: An introduction….and pizza!

TRU are delighted to announce our new columnist for the 2019/20 season; Ethan Waller. The Worcester Warriors man will be offering his expert insight when it comes to the Gallagher Premiership as well as the Rugby World Cup.
3 September 2019

Wales v Ireland: The Verdict

With World Cup squads announced and the final warm-up games looming, Joe Harvey reflects on Ireland's recent win in Cardiff.
3 September 2019

France include Louis Picamoles in World Cup squad

France head coach Jacques Brunel has named a 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup that kicks-off later this month.
3 September 2019

Ireland leave out Devin Toner in World Cup squad

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt has left out experienced second row Devin Toner from the 31-man World Cup squad.
2 September 2019

Rugby World Cup 2019 - Odds and Predictions

Four years have passed since the last RWC, and the fans are getting more excited by the minute.
2 September 2019

Cory Hill included in Wales' World Cup squad, Rob Evans misses out

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has confirmed a 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup that kicks-off later this month in Japan.
1 September 2019

Warren Gatland believes Wales will go a long way at this World Cup

Wales head coach Warren Gatland is confident of his side's chances in the upcoming World Cup that kicks-off in Japan next month.
1 September 2019

Wales lock Cory Hill doubtful for World Cup

Wales lock Cory Hill is doubtful for the upcoming World Cup campaign in Japan following a fracture on his leg.
1 September 2019

Cokanasiga an exciting prospect for England - Bentley

Joe Cokanasiga and Ruaridh McConnochie ‘have everything to prove’ during the World Cup, says former England winger John Bentley.
30 August 2019

Georgia on our minds: 8 talking points for Scotland ahead of Tbilisi test and World Cup selection

For Scotland’s rugby players, the next few days are massive and Gary Heatly assesses the importance of their penultimate warm-up match against Georgia on Saturday evening.
30 August 2019

Japan confirm squad for World Cup

Japan head coach Jamie Joseph has confirmed a 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup on their home soil that kicks-off next month.
29 August 2019

France make nine changes for clash against Italy

France head coach Jacques Brunel has made a total of nine changes for the upcoming World Cup warm-up game against Italy to be played at Stade de France on 30th August.
28 August 2019

New Zealand leave out Owen Franks in World Cup squad

New Zealand head coach Steve Hansen has left out Northampton Saints tighthead prop Owen Franks from the 31-man World Cup squad.
28 August 2019

Scotland lock Sam Skinner ruled out of World Cup with hamstring injury

Scotland international Sam Skinner will miss the upcoming Rugby World Cup in Japan next month following a hamstring injury.
27 August 2019

England v Ireland: The Verdict

In their penultimate World Cup warm-up match, England showed their clinical side at Twickenham as they brushed Ireland aside. Joe Harvey delivers his verdict.
27 August 2019

South Africa confirm World Cup squad

South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has confirmed a 31-man squad that will be part of the World Cup scheduled in Japan next month.
26 August 2019

Jordan Petaia included in Australia's World Cup squad

Australia have included Queensland Reds' Jordan Petaia in the 31-man squad for the World Cup that kicks-off in Japan next month.
23 August 2019

Howe’s about that: Role model Pete Horne is pushing hard for his second World Cup

Pete Horne has been picked to start for Scotland this weekend against France - and it is certain that everyone at Howe of Fife’s Duffus Park will be cheering him on from afar.
23 August 2019