World Cup

WATCH: TRU's Rugby World Cup Preview Show

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal take a look ahead to the Rugby World Cup in Japan in our RWC Preview show.
18 September 2019

Gilbert Rugby launches Rugby Memories film

In 2019 Gilbert celebrates its 7th year as the official ball supplier of the Rugby World Cup. Synonymous with the game, Gilbert has always been at the heart of rugby, from grass roots through to the highest professional level.
18 September 2019

Rob Howley sent home following allegations of 'betting offences'

Wales have been dealt a major blow ahead of their World Cup campaign with attack coach Rob Howley...
17 September 2019

World Rugby open to increasing squad size for 2023 World Cup

World Rugby is considering an option of increasing the squad side for the 2023 World Cup in France.
17 September 2019

Ben Youngs hoping for change of fortune in World Cup

England international Ben Youngs is seeking a change of fortune as they begin their World Cup campaign against Tonga on Sunday.
17 September 2019

Ireland receive Rob Kearney and Keith Earls boost ahead of Rugby World Cup opener

Ireland have received a much-needed boost ahead of their Rugby World Cup opener against Scotland in Yokohama this weekend after Rob Kearney and Keith Earls declared fit for the key encounter.
17 September 2019

Local rugby club proud of Gilchrist

Alloa Rugby Club will be keeping an extra close eye on Grant Gilchrist at this year's Rugby World Cup.
17 September 2019

Ireland's Rob Kearney doubtful for World Cup opener

Ireland fullback Rob Kearney is set to miss World Cup opening encounter against Scotland following a calf injury according to reports.
17 September 2019

England have squad to win World Cup - Jonny May

Leicester Tigers winger Jonny May believes England have the ability to clinch the upcoming World Cup that kicks-off in Tokyo on Friday.
17 September 2019

Don’t miss a minute of the Rugby World Cup with PureVPN

The Rugby World Cup is now only days away and Talking Rugby Union has teamed up with PureVPN as the showpiece event in Japan draws ever closer.
16 September 2019

England skipper Owen Farrell makes adjustment to tackle technique

England skipper Owen Farrell stated that he has made an adjustment to his tackle technique following World Rugby's crackdown on dangerous play.
16 September 2019

Jamie Ritchie to miss Scotland's World Cup opener against Ireland

Scotland back-row Jamie Ritchie will miss Rugby World Cup opening game against Ireland in Yokohama next weekend following a broken cheekbone.
15 September 2019

England duo Cokanasiga and Wilson doubtful for World Cup opener

England duo Joe Cokanasiga and Mark Wilson will be doubtful starters for the World Cup opener against Tonga in Sapporo next Sunday following knee injuries.
15 September 2019

New Zealand's Luke Jacobson ruled out of World Cup

New Zealand back-row Luke Jacobson has been ruled out of the upcoming World Cup in Japan after a delayed onset of concussion.
13 September 2019

Rugby World Cup 2019 guide

The ninth edition of the Rugby World Cup is set to get underway in Japan on 20th September across 12 different venues. Here are all the details you need to know about the showpiece event.
13 September 2019

Wales assistant coach Rob Howley in contention to take up Italy job after World Cup

Wales assistant coach Rob Howley is set to take in charge of Italy at the end of the World Cup that kicks-off this month in Japan.
11 September 2019

Ireland head to World Cup as number one ranked team

Ireland have claimed the top position in the World Rugby Rankings for the first time in history following their 19-10 win over Wales in their encounter at Aviva Stadium last weekend.
10 September 2019

Warren Gatland not concerned about Wales' defeats to Ireland ahead of World Cup

Wales head coach Warren Gatland said he is not worried about his side's back to back defeats against Ireland heading into the World Cup that kicks-off in Japan on 20th September.
10 September 2019

Ireland receive Keith Earls boost ahead of World Cup campaign

Ireland have received a boost ahead of their World Cup campaign with Munster winger Keith Earls declared fit despite his latest injury setback.
9 September 2019

England and Australia left stranded at airport after Typhoon Faxai

England had a tough beginning to their World Cup campaign after they were left stranded at Narita International Airport in Tokyo following typhoon Faxai.
9 September 2019