Hansen blames system, not refs

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has called for a change to the World Rugby protocols that do coaches, players and even match-day officials no favours, reports JON CARDINELLI in Weybridge.

Pietersen: Savea no Lomu

Springbok wing JP Pietersen says his All Blacks counterpart Julian Savea cannot be compared to the great Jonah Lomu.

Boks break back into top three

The Springboks have moved up to third place in the World Rugby rankings following their 23-19 quarter-final victory over Wales at Twickenham.

No Pocock, Folau for Wallabies

Coach Michael Cheika has been forced to make four changes to Australia's starting XV for their quarter-final against Scotland on Sunday. 

Pumas running on full power

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade has made 10 changes for their quarter-final against Ireland at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday.