The future of rugby in Wales does not rest on this World Cup, says Josh Lewsey
1 decade ago by The TelegraphFormer England full-back Josh Lewsey's success with Wales has put the national game on track after years of civil war
Gallery: Paul O'Connell's face!!! Ireland players look like they're having fun at Alton Towers
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentPaul O'Connell used Ireland's official welcome to the Rugby World Cup this week to have a dig at the back's in Joe Schmidt's squad.
Five ways Namibia can beat the odds - and the All Blacks
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIf you place €1,000 of your hard-earned money on New Zealand to beat Namibia tonight, you’d stand to win a euro.
England selection against Wales is a negative, backward step based on science and statistics rather than artistry
1 decade ago by The TelegraphBy dropping Ford for Farrell, he is effectively sacrificing his own tactical plan A because he feels it is more important stop Wales' plan A, writes Austin Healey
Warren Gatland hits back at World Rugby after being accused of sneaking in players
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWales insist they have not broken any rules after being hit with an official warning from World Rugby.
England vs Wales: 'Samson Lee is a monster, I don't think anyone knows how good he could be'
1 decade ago by The TelegraphEngland should beware the Wales wrecking-ball when he comes on at Twickenham, writes Oliver Brown
Warren Gatland: I hope a controversial decision doesn't decide England showdown
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentWarren Gatland wants rugby to "do the talking" when he sends his Wales team into a World Cup showdown against host nation England on Saturday.
Paul O'Connell: 'Your example is all that matters really'
1 decade ago by The TelegraphIreland captain Paul O'Connell tells Gavin Mairs how his rounded upbringing helped earn him a place in the Rugby Power 50
'He was p***ed off' - French winger Noa Nakaitaci on Philippe Saint-Andre's hairdryer treatment
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentFrance winger Noa Nakaitaci admits head coach Philippe Saint-Andre was right to give the team a dressing-down after their limp first-half display against Romania.
Conor Murray: I've had a lot of conversations with Ian Madigan about playing at 9
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentConor Murray has prepared himself to play a role in all of Ireland's World Cup matches, with just two specialist scrum-halves in Joe Schmidt's squad.
