France plan to run Wales ragged

France duo Louis Picamoles and Gael Fickou have admitted that Les Bleus are planning an all-out pace assault in their quarter-final against Wales in Oita on Sunday.

RWC XV: Forwards of the pool stages

Staff writer DYLAN JACK selects a pack of forwards from the individuals who have been impressive in the round-robin stages of the World Cup.

‘England’s best yet to come’

Scrumhalf Ben Youngs has warned the Wallabies that England have yet to reveal the full potency of their attack at the World Cup.

Cheika unfazed by England challenge

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika insists that he doesn’t need to do any analysis of England before their quarter-final clash in Oita on Saturday.

Woodward: Involve Pacific Nations in Rugby Championship

Former England coach Clive Woodward has called for the inclusion of Japan and the Pacific Nations in the Rugby Championship after the World Cup.

Vunipola boost for England

England are likely to have No 8 Billy Vunipola back to full fitness for their World Cup quarter-final against Australia in Oita on Saturday.

Tonga hooker cops hefty ban

Tonga hooker Paula Ngauamo has been slapped with a seven-week suspension for kicking an opponent in face during their match against the USA on Sunday.

Beaumont: World Rugby ‘pleased’ with refereeing

World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont believes the standard of refereeing at the World Cup in Japan has improved as the tournament progressed.

Barnes to ref Boks’ quarter-final

Wayne Barnes has been appointed as the match-day referee for the World Cup quarter-final between hosts Japan and the Springboks in Tokyo on Sunday.

Scotland in hot water over World Cup comments

The Scotland Rugby Union has been reported to a disputes committee for comments about their World Cup match against Japan.