Brian O'Driscoll's tribute to Paul O'Connell makes rugby World Cup quotes of the tournament
1 decade ago by Irish IndependentIt has been one of the most memorable World Cups ever, with Japan's shock win over South Africa, England's failure to escape their group and the controversial call which killed off Scotland's semi-final...
Alan Solomons tells squad to step up or lose out
1 decade ago by The TimesWith the World Cup drawing to a close and the internationals who took Scotland to the quarter-finals on the brink...
Australia: State of the Nation
1 decade ago by Ultimate RugbyIt’s six from six for the Wallabies, including emerging unscathed from the pool of death that caused England’s demise, so in a sense it’s already been a successful campaign. But in a World Cup...
5 of the best games in this World Cup
1 decade ago by Ultimate Rugby1. Japan vs South AfricaUndoubtedly the biggest shock in World Cup history, or even in world sport itself. Japan produced a stunning performance to defeat the Springboks in Brighton 34-32 with a last minute...
Mark Bennett on shortlist for Breakthrough Player of Year
1 decade ago by The TimesThe growing strength of Scotland’s attacking play has won official recognition with Mark Bennett, the 22-year-old centre, winning one of...
Scotland's Bennett shortlisted for Breakthrough award
1 decade ago by ESPN ScrumScotland's Bennett shortlisted for Breakthrough award
Nominees named for new World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year Award
1 decade ago by Rugby DumpWorld Rugby has announced the shortlist for the inaugural Breakthrough Player of the Year 2015 award, for players who have played less than one year of senior international rugby. The winner will be revealed...
Semi Final Preview - Argentina vs Australia
1 decade ago by Len KaplanBefore last weekend’s quarter-finals you would have believed Australia likely to score a comfortable win over Scotland, and Argentina to be in the toughest of battles to beat Ireland. But Australia...
Australia in World Cup boost with David Pocock and Israel Folau passed fit
1 decade ago by The Guardian• Wallabies to face Argentina in the second semi-final• Michael Cheika insists there is no risk with playersAustralia’s David Pocock and Israel Folau confirmed their fitness for the semi-final against...
Argentina expect in-form Australia
1 decade ago by BBC Rugby NewsArgentina will not be fooled by Australia's close shave against Scotland as they prepare for Sunday's World Cup semi-final.
