Williams will add to Wales’ attack

Fullback Liam Williams can help put the smile back onto Welsh fans' faces against Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Dusautoir must lead French charge

Thierry Dusautoir needs to make his mark when the French kick off their World Cup campaign against Italy at Twickenham on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

O’Connell’s Ireland to crush Canada

A full-strength Ireland side led by Paul O'Connell will return to winning ways against Canada at the Milennium Stadium on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Big test for Ford against Fiji

The performance of young George Ford will be key to England’s cause in their World Cup opener against Fiji, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

All Blacks deploy big guns

The All Blacks have named a full-strength side for their World Cup opener against Argentina at Wembley on Sunday.

Wales pick Priestland at 10

Rhys Priestland will start at flyhalf in Wales' World Cup opener against Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday.