World Cup

Faf de Klerk was a star of the great South African show and now it’s time to shine for Sale

Faf De Klerk was highly influential in South Africa’s journey to glory in Japan and after experiencing the impact he and the Springboks have had on their nation, it is back to club duty for Sale’s World Champion.
23 November 2019

Exciting times for Montpellier with Handre Pollard's arrival imminent

There were quite a few eyebrows raised after it was announced that Springbok fly-half Handre Pollard was off to join Montpellier once the 2019 Rugby World Cup concluded.
20 November 2019

Natasha Hunt: This is the start of another World Cup journey

England scrum-half Natasha Hunt chats exclusively to Talking Rugby Union ahead of the Red Roses’ second Autumn international against France.
15 November 2019

Seb Negri Column: There is a lot of excitement to be back on the biggest stage in Europe

In his latest TRU column, Benetton and Italy’s Seb Negri reflects on the Rugby World Cup as well as his experience in Japan plus, he discusses the Pro14 and the upcoming European Champions Cup.
14 November 2019

'It will be a nice way to finish up' - Best to bow out with Baa Baas

Rory Best says it will be a ‘nice way to finish up’ his rugby career when he represents the Barbarians over the next three weeks.
14 November 2019

England coach Eddie Jones admits mistake in not changing side for World Cup final

England coach Eddie Jones has admitted making a mistake in not changing the starting line-up for the World Cup final against South Africa which they went on to lose 12-32.
13 November 2019

South Africa's Francois Louw retires from international rugby

South Africa back-row Francois Low has announced his decision to quit international rugby with immediate effect.
11 November 2019

Ethan Waller Column: the Rugby Rollercoaster

In his third column for TRU, Worcester’s Ethan Waller looks back at the Rugby World Cup and the first few games of the Premiership.
8 November 2019

Springboks star Tendai Mtawarira announces international retirement

World Cup winning South Africa prop Tendai Mtawarira has announced retirement from international rugby with immediate effect.
7 November 2019

WATCH: TRU Rugby World Cup Review

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal are back for the latest TRU Talks as they discuss the conclusion of the Rugby World Cup.
6 November 2019

Pure VPN’s RWC XV of the Tournament

As the dust begins to settle on South Africa’s third Rugby World Cup title victory, Talking Rugby Union and Pure VPN have put together their XV of the tournament.
6 November 2019

Movember is a charity we are passionate about - Hairy Handlebars

One half of the Hairy Handlebars, George Cullen, reflects on a remarkable 8,700-mile bike ride to the Rugby World Cup, where they raised over £33,000 for the charities such as Movember.
6 November 2019

South Africa reach top position in World Rugby Rankings

South Africa have reached the top position in the World Rugby Rankings for the first time since 2009 following their World Cup triumph in Japan.
5 November 2019

Eddie Jones 'committed' to remain as England coach until 2021 - Bill Sweeney

Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney expressed confidence in Eddie Jones fulfilling his contract with England until 2021.
4 November 2019

Japan World Cup a huge success - Sir Bill Beaumont

World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont lavished praise on Japan 2019 calling it as “probably the greatest” World Cup edition in 32 years.
4 November 2019

Highlights: England v South Africa - World Cup Final

South Africa defeated England 32-12 to win the Rugby World Cup.
4 November 2019

South Africa dominate in World Rugby Awards 2019

Newly crowned World Champions South Africa dominated the World Rugby Awards that was held in Tokyo on Sunday.
4 November 2019

Siya Kolisi credits Rassie Erasmus for South Africa's World Cup triumph

South Africa skipper Siya Kolisi has credited head coach and director of rugby Rassie Erasmus for his side's World Cup triumph in Japan.
2 November 2019

South Africa dominate as England fall short in World Cup final

England had no answer to South Africa's power as the Springboks clinched the their third Rugby World Cup.
2 November 2019

Highlights: New Zealand v Wales - World Cup Bronze Medal match

New Zealand signed off from the World Cup with a third place finish after defeating Wales 40-17.
2 November 2019