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.
Gorgodze key to Georgia’s chances
Georgia will need a strong performance from captain Mamuka Gorgodze if they are to upset Tonga in Gloucester on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
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.
Experienced Pumas to face All Blacks
Argentina have selected their strongest available starting lineup for Sunday's World Cup match against New Zealand at Wembley.
Wales pick Priestland at 10
Rhys Priestland will start at flyhalf in Wales' World Cup opener against Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday.
Leitch leads Japan into Bok battle
Michael Leitch will captain Japan in their World Cup opener against the Springboks in Brighton on Saturday.
Ireland name strong side
Luke Fitzgerald will start at inside centre in place of the injured Robbie Henshaw in Ireland’s World Cup opener against Canada at the Milennium Stadium.
Spedding at 15 for France
South African-born Scott Spedding will start at fullback in France’s World Cup opener against Italy at Twickenham on Saturday.
Ghiraldini named stand-in Italy captain
Hooker Leonardo Ghiraldini will captain Italy in their World Cup opener against France at Twickenham on Saturday.
