Canada beat Hong Kong to final RWC 2019 berth
Victory over Hong Kong in Marseille ensures Canada will maintain their record of featuring in every edition of the Rugby World Cup.
Foley eyes World Cup after re-signing with Wallabies, Waratahs
Bernard Foley is targeting the Rugby World Cup after re-signing with Australia and the Waratahs.
Siya is a “strong contender” for RWC captaincy says Erasmus
With just under a year to go until the 2019 Rugby World Cup, Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has said that Siya Kolisi is a... Read more
Sunwolves name Brown new head coach
With Jamie Joseph focusing on Japan ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup, Tony Brown will be in charge of the Sunwolves in Super... Read more
Gatland wants Webb available for World Cup
A rule change means Rhys Webb is ineligible to play for Wales, but coach Warren Gatland remains hopeful of using the scrum-half.
New Zealand the benchmark but England can win World Cup – Mitchell
John Mitchell is sure England can conquer New Zealand and win the 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Teams to cover up tattoos in Japan for RWC
Both teams and supporters have been warned to cover up their tattoos in public at next year’s Rugby World Cup in Japan, for purposes... Read more
Wallabies boss Cheika open to Ashley-Cooper return
Adam Ashley-Cooper could add to his 116 Australia caps if he proves himself in Super Rugby, says Wallabies coach Michael Cheika.
Rugby World Cup could be set for expansion
Japan will host the 2019 World Cup, which could be the last time 20 nations contest the rugby showpiece.
Sonny Bill Williams rules out NRL return, targets 2019 World Cup
Asked if he was likely to return to rugby league, Sonny Bill Williams said: "I can't believe these kinds of rumours still float around."
All Blacks, Springboks await Namibia at Rugby World Cup
The daunting task of competing in a pool featuring New Zealand, South Africa and Italy is Namibia's reward for reaching the Rugby World Cup.
Goosen’s World Cup hopes
Johan Goosen says he still harbours ambitions of playing in the Rugby World Cup in 2019. The 25 year old utility back made his... Read more
Tunisia respond to Zimbabwe’s claims as hotel dispute rumbles on
Zimbabwe "started complaining as soon as they arrived" in Beja, according to the Tunisia Rugby Union.
Romania, Spain appeal against RWC qualifying sanctions
After being deemed to have fielded ineligible players, Romania and Spain have appealed against Rugby World Cup qualifying sanctions.
Russia qualify for RWC after Romania and Spain field ineligible players
Romania and Spain were found to have fielded ineligible players, meaning Russia will progress to next year's Rugby World Cup.
Ireland coaches sign contract extensions beyond World Cup
A quartet of Ireland coaches have put pen to paper on new contracts to continue their work with the Six Nations winners.