Rugby World Cup 2023

Argentina prop forward Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro ruled out of World Cup

Argentina tight-head prop Nahuel Tetaz Chaparro has been ruled out of the upcoming Rugby World Cup tournament following an injury.
24 August 2023

England can cope up with the loss of Owen Farrell and Billy Vunipola - Will Greenwood

The loss of the skipper Owen Farrell and Billy Vunipola in the early stage of the upcoming Rugby World Cup will not hamper England's chances in the tournament according to former international Will Greenwood.
24 August 2023

New Zealand confirm matchday squad to face Springboks

New Zealand coach Ian Foster has opted for an experienced side to face South Africa in the upcoming Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
23 August 2023

Billy Vunipola to miss England's Rugby World Cup opener

England have been dealt another blow ahead of the Rugby World Cup with Saracens number eight Billy Vunipola set to miss the tournament opener against Argentina.
23 August 2023

Game against New Zealand is more than just a warm-up - South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth

South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth say the team is upbeat about facing New Zealand in the upcoming World Cup warm-up game at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday.
23 August 2023

Owen Farrell to miss England's first two Pool games in Rugby World Cup

England captain Owen Farrell will miss the first two Pool games in the upcoming Rugby World Cup campaign after he was handed a four-game suspension.
23 August 2023

Ireland include uncapped hooker Diarmuid Barron in squad ahead of Samoa game

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has included uncapped hooker Diarmuid Barron in the squad ahead of the Rugby World Cup warm-up game against Samoa to be played in Stade Jean Dauger on 26th August.
22 August 2023

Siya Kolisi 'grateful' to be back leading South Africa

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi expressed grateful for the support he received as he made a successful comeback from a knee injury.
22 August 2023

'Australia are a good young team trying to rebuild themselves' - Steve Hansen

Former All Blacks head coach Steve Hansen stated that the Wallabies squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup is young side looking to establish themselves.
22 August 2023

England's discipline issues highlight 'need for consistency' across the game

Recent red cards shown to England have only encouraged more question marks to resurface regarding player safety and the new tackle height laws in the community game.
22 August 2023

Anthony Jelonch included in France's World Cup squad

France head coach Fabien Galthie has included flanker Anthony Jelonch in the 33-man Rugby World Cup squad.
21 August 2023

Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan appointed co-captains as Wales unveil World Cup squad

Wales head coach Warren Gatland has named Dewi Lake and Jac Morgan co-captains for the upcoming Rugby World Cup campaign.
21 August 2023

Steve Hansen joins Australia backroom staff on short-term advisory role

Australia have secured the services of World Cup winning former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen on a short-term advisory role ahead of the showpiece event in France.
21 August 2023

Jacques Nienaber urges Springboks to improve further

South Africa head coach Jacques Nienaber wants his side to improve further as they head to France for the Rugby World Cup title defence next month.
21 August 2023

Match Centre: Ireland 29-10 England

England lost Billy Vunipola to red card as they were defeated 29-10 by Ireland in the World Cup warm-up game at Aviva Stadium on Saturday.
20 August 2023

South Africa expecting stiff challenge from Wales

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi said the Boks will guard against complacency when they face Wales in the upcoming Rugby World Cup warm-up game in Cardiff on Saturday.
19 August 2023

Owen Farrell to discover his Rugby World Cup fate on Tuesday

England captain Owen Farrell will be discovering his fate on the upcoming Rugby World Cup campaign on Tuesday.
19 August 2023

Liam Williams and Dan Biggar to miss Wales' warm-up game against South Africa

Wales have confirmed that Dan Biggar and Liam Williams have been withdrawn from the upcoming warm-up game against South Africa due to injury concerns.
18 August 2023

Shannon Frizell joins injured list of New Zealand

New Zealand are likely to be without loose forward Shannon Frizell for the Rugby World Cup opener against France following a hamstring injury.
18 August 2023

Luke Crosbie Exclusive: ‘Big skinny drip’ from football-dominated area inspiring the next generation to follow their dreams

Scotland's back-row is stacked with talent but the 26-year-old has been selected by Gregor Townsend for the Rugby World Cup and he is keen to continue making his family, friends and country proud over in France.
18 August 2023