Ireland rise in rankings

Ireland have moved up to third place in the World Rugby rankings after their 24-9 victory over France in Cardiff.

Boks set for double boost

Springbok lock Victor Matfield and wing JP Pietersen are likely to feature in the World Cup quarter-final against Wales, reports JON CARDINELLI in London.

Wales’ injury woes continue

Wales fullback Liam Williams has been ruled out of the rest of the World Cup with a foot injury.

Sexton: I hope I’ll be fine

Johnny Sexton believes he could be fit for Ireland's quarter-final against Argentina in Cardiff on Sunday.

Injury-hit Ireland flay France

Rob Kearney and Conor Murray scored second-half tries as Ireland secured an invaluable 24-9 win over France in Cardiff on Sunday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Italy ease past Romania

Italy beat Romania 32-22 in Exeter to finish third in Pool D and qualify for the 2019 World Cup. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Los Pumas pound Namibia

Argentina scored nine tries to record a 64-19 victory over Namibia in Leicester on Sunday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.