Rugby World Cup 2019: England the latest favourites to suffer final shock
England's shock loss in the Rugby World Cup final was not the first occasion when a showpiece went dramatically against expectations.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Over 100 Test victories and a record number of assists – Kieran Read’s career in numbers
A look back at the best facts and stats from Kieran Read's career, after he played his final match for New Zealand.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Lewis Moody’s guide to winning the final
Lewis Moody won the Rugby World Cup in 2003. Ahead of Saturday's final, he talks us through the keys to glory for England and... Read more
Rugby World Cup 2019: Owen Farrell steps out for date with destiny in his father’s shoes
Rugby league, not union, was in the blood for Owen Farrell but on Saturday he will battle to lift the greatest prize in the... Read more
Rugby World Cup 2019: From failures to finalists – how coach Erasmus galvanised the Springboks
Rassie Erasmus has made a huge impact since replacing Allister Coetzee as South Africa head coach, and now World Cup glory is the target.
Rugby World Cup 2019: England favourites for glory against Springboks, but shocks happen in finals
England will be confident ahead of Saturday's Rugby World Cup final, but their great display against New Zealand is no guarantee of success.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Pollard back to torment Wales again after gruelling journey
Handre Pollard was a World Cup star for South Africa versus Wales again, but in some respects it was remarkable he was on the... Read more
Rugby World Cup 2019: Outstanding England live up to pre-match promise
The build-up to England's semi-final with New Zealand demanded a big performance. Eddie Jones' men exceeded all expectations in Yokohama.
Rugby World Cup 2019: France show their best and worst as Vahaamahina madness proves costly
The Rugby World Cup quarter-final saw the best and worst side of France, as they suffered a self-inflicted meltdown against Wales.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Canny Jones wins battle of ‘good old mates’ as England find the perfect blend against Australia
Eddie Jones won the battle of the coaches as England reached the Rugby World Cup semi-finals at the expense of Michael Cheika's Australia.
Rugby World Cup 2019: O’Driscoll’s words prophetic as showpiece comes year too late for Ireland
Ireland enjoyed one of their greatest years in 2018, but they looked a shadow of their former selves as they crashed out of the... Read more
Rugby World Cup 2019: Boks ready to banish memories four years on from the miracle of Brighton
South Africa are strong favourites to inflict revenge on Japan four years after the Springboks were humiliated in Brighton.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan make history to raise host nation’s spirits
Japan raised the spirits of the host nation on a weekend that will be remembered for such contrasting reasons.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Weary Wales prove credentials in ending Wallabies woe
Australia have repeatedly got the better of Wales at recent Rugby World Cups, but that changed in a hard-fought tussle on Sunday.
Rugby World Cup 2019: History repeats as outstanding Japan spring another shock
Their win over South Africa in 2015 may never be topped, but Japan have once again exceeded expectations with a massive World Cup upset.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Sexton and Best lead the charge as Ireland prove their credentials
Johnny Sexton and Rory Best led the way as Ireland's thumping win over Scotland affirmed their credentials as Rugby World Cup challengers.