Robbie Henshaw unlikely to feature against Scotland
Irish Rugby have confirmed that Robbie Henshaw is unlikely to feature in the clash against Scotland following a scan.
The 26-year-old pulled a tight hamstring in training on Saturday.
Watch: Over 15 000 people attend Wales' opening training session
Over 15 000 people attended Wales' open training session in Kitakyushu on Monday.
Four Smaller Rugby World Cup Games Worth Tuning In For
The 2019 Rugby World Cup kicks off next week and while everyone is looking forward to those big clashes involving the tier 1 nations, such as New Zealand v South Africa and Ireland v Scotland, we have identified a few smaller games you should watch in the coming weeks. Full article
Michael Cheika subjected to 'crazy' threats over Folau stance
Michael Cheika was threatened in the street and at games after overlooking Israel Folau before he was sacked.
Australia head coach Michael Cheika has revealed he was threatened by fans after refusing to pick Israel Folau due to his controversial social media posts.
Folau was sacked by Rugby Australia in May for a "high-level breach" of contract after the full-back posted "hell awaits drunks, homosexuals, adulterers, liars, fornicators, thieves, atheists and idolaters" on Instagram.
Cheika overlooked Folau before he was sanctioned, stating "the team is king", and the Wallabies boss has revealed that stance did not go down well with some supporters. Full story
All Blacks refute SBW injury rumours
The All Blacks have denied speculation that star inside centre Sonny Bill Williams may be ruled out of the World Cup due to an injury.
Williams has been suffering from a calf injury in the build-up to the showpiece event in Japan and has struggled with multiple injuries since the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
The rumours intensified when former World Cup commentator Hamish McKay cited a 'trustworthy' source that Williams' withdrawal was imminent and suggested that Williams would soon be heading home, with Ngani Laumape expected to replace him. Full story
Eager England right at home in Japan
After a school visit and spending time at the beach, England are ready to focus on their Rugby World Cup Pool C opener against Tonga.
Eddie Jones is pleased at how quickly England have acclimatised to life in Japan as they prepare to start the "serious preparation" for their Rugby World Cup opener.
The 2003 winners are set up at a training base in Miyazaki ahead of this year's tournament, though the 31-man squad have been given the chance to do a variety of other activities before the focus switches back to rugby. Full story
Wales could be without Beard and Hill for World Cup opener
Locks Adam Beard and Cory Hill could both be unavailable for Wales’ World Cup opener against Georgia in few days’ time.
Beard is set to join Wales’ World Cup squad in Japan early next week after having his appendix removed, while his squad colleague Hill is continuing to recover from a stress fracture in his leg, with the second pool fixture against Australia on September 29 having been his stated initial target.
Wales face Pool D opponents Georgia in Toyota City on September 23. Read more
Five breakthrough talents to watch in Japan
Ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan, we look at five young players capable of making their mark on the international stage.
The Rugby World Cup is the greatest stage in the sport and offers an incredible chance for players to make a name for themselves.
Hosts Japan and Russia will get the action underway on Friday and 24 hours later spectators will have also been treated to Australia v Fiji, France v Argentina and New Zealand v South Africa.
It promises to be a hugely entertaining tournament and we have taken a look at the young talents set to light up the competition. Full article
Watch: Cheslin Kolbe on his test call up and reacts to old footage and stories
Winger Cheslin Kolbe spoke to the Springboks on how he had to overcome many obstacles in his rugby career, including being labelled "too small to play for the Boks."
The explosive wing with the magic feet opens up about how he first heard about his call-up to the Springbok team and chats about his debut try in the Green and Gold.
Via: Official Springbok YouTube
WORLD CUP FOCUS | Emiliano Boffelli, Los Pumas
