World Cup

Wales expect Rhys Patchell to be fit for World Cup despite another concussion setback

Wales head coach Warren Gatland is expecting fly-half Rhys Patchell to be available for the World Cup campaign in Japan despite another concussion scare.
8 September 2019

Magnus Bradbury to join Scotland's World Cup in Japan as injury cover

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has recalled Edinburgh back-row Magnus Bradbury in the World Cup squad as an injury cover.
8 September 2019

England v Italy: The Verdict

Chris Heal delivers his verdict on England's 'strange' final World Cup warm-up victory over Italy in Newcastle.
6 September 2019

Andy Gomarsall: Youngs and Heinz give England options

A few eyebrows were raised when Eddie Jones named two scrum-halves in his England squad.
6 September 2019

David Pocock to quit international rugby at end of World Cup

Australia flanker David Pocock has confirmed that he will retire from international rugby at the end of the upcoming World Cup in Japan that kicks-off later this month.
6 September 2019

Italy's Seb Negri chats to TRU

Seb Negri caught up with TRU to discuss all things Italy ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan.
5 September 2019

Heaton hoping for successful World Cup with Canada

Four years ago, Matt Heaton was consigned to being a spectator at the World Cup.
5 September 2019

Humble, honest and hardworking - The three Hs that have served Scotland captain McInally so well

Stuart McInally - this week named Scotland captain for the World Cup - had just turned 18 when he made the trip down south with Watsonians on a pre-season tour in 2008.
5 September 2019

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