Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales coach Howley sent home over alleged betting breach
An investigation into a potential betting breach by Rob Howley has resulted in the Wales backs coach being sent home from Japan.
Rugby World Cup 2019: All Blacks not invincible, but worthy favourites
New Zealand may have chinks in the armour, but write them off at your peril as they attempt to make history in Japan.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan capable of shocking Ireland, warns O’Driscoll
Japan defeated South Africa four years ago and Ireland great Brian O'Driscoll believes they could provide another Rugby World Cup upset.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Five breakthrough talents to watch in Japan
Ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, we look at five young players capable of making their mark on the international stage.
Cheika subjected to ‘crazy’ threats over Folau stance
Michael Cheika was threatened in the street and at games after overlooking Israel Folau before he was sacked.
Springboks prop Nyakane expected to be fit for World Cup opener
A knee sprain sustained in South Africa's win over Japan on Friday will not stop Trevor Nyakane being ready for the Rugby World Cup.
Ireland 19-10 Wales: Best in victorious send-off in Rugby World Cup warm-up
Wales avoided a repeat of 2015's pre-Rugby World Cup injury problems as Ireland won 19-10 in Dublin on Saturday to take the No.1 ranking.
Australia 34-15 Samoa: Wallabies avoid pre-Rugby World Cup injury scares
Michael Cheika's Wallabies head into the Rugby World Cup with no new injury concerns after getting through unscathed against Samoa.
England’s Mako Vunipola to miss at least two World Cup games
Eddie Jones does not expect to have Mako Vunipola available until England face Argentina or France in the Rugby World Cup pool stage.
Hansen explains decision for All Blacks to finish Tonga thrashing with 14 men
With New Zealand leading Tonga 92-0, Steve Hansen opted to save Ryan Crotty and play the last 15 minutes a man light.
New Zealand 92-7 Tonga: All Blacks fall short of century in pre-World Cup annihilation
The All Blacks fell just short of 100 points in a merciless display in Hamilton, where New Zealand scored 14 tries on Saturday.
England 37-0 Italy: Marchant makes an impact as Azzurri draw a blank in Newcastle
Captain Owen Farrell converted all four of England's tries and also kicked three penalties as his side eased past Italy on Friday.
Japan 7-41 South Africa: Mapimpi bags hat-trick in final Springboks warm-up
Japan were unable to repeat their shock 2015 Rugby World Cup success over South Africa, largely due to Makazole Mapimpi's hat-trick.
Wallabies flanker Pocock to retire from Tests after Rugby World Cup
The upcoming Rugby World Cup will mark David Pocock's last matches for the Wallabies.
Sexton and Murray reunited for Schmidt’s final home Test
Ireland have been boosted by the returns of Johnny Sexton, Conor Murray, Keith Earls and Robbie Henshaw for their meeting with Wales.
Wallabies veteran Polota-Nau retiring from Tests
Set to make his 90th appearance for the Wallabies, veteran hooker Tatafu Polota-Nau is retiring from Tests at year's end.