England’s power trio to test Wales

The effectiveness of England’s new-look 10-12-13 combination will be decisive to the outcome of Saturday’s clash against Pool A rivals Wales, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Allan must take control

The game management of Italy flyhalf Tommy Allan will be key when they square off against Canada at Elland Road on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Hernández to call the shots for Pumas

Juan Martín Hernández will help Argentina win their first match at this World Cup against Georgia in Gloucester on Friday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Scotland rotate for USA

Henry Pyrgos will captain a revamped Scotland side against the USA at Elland Road on Sunday.

Mumm to lead new-look Wallabies

Coach Michael Cheika has made 14 changes to Australia's starting lineup for their match against Uruguay at Villa Park in Birmingham on Sunday.

Strauss starts for Ireland

Hooker Richardt Strauss has been included in Ireland's starting XV as one of 12 changes to their team to face the USA in Leeds on Sunday.

Samoa drop Pisi for Bok Test

Samoa coach Stephen Betham has omitted Tusi Pisi from the starting lineup named to face the Springboks at Villa Park.

New-look Wales for Twickers clash

Hallam Amos and George North will start on the wings, with Alex Cuthbert dropping to the bench, when Wales take on England at Twickenham on Saturday.

France see off spirited Romania

France secured a hard-fought 38-11 bonus-point victory against Romania at the Olympic Stadium in London on Wednesday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.