We couldn't build any pressure, says rueful Ford
7 years ago by UltimateRugbyEngland fly-half George Ford said it was a "hard one to take" after his side suffered a 32-12 defeat to South Africa in the RWC final. George Ford cited England's first-half...
We weren't good enough - Jones
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEddie Jones felt England were never really able to get into the game as "magnificent" South Africa dominated the World Cup final. Eddie Jones said England were simply not good...
Erasmus 'so proud' after South Africa stun England
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyA proud Rassie Erasmus felt South Africa's team cohesion was a vital factor in their Rugby World Cup triumph. South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus spoke of his pride after...
Kolisi says RWC win shows South Africa can 'achieve anything if we work together'
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAfter leading South Africa to victory in the Rugby World Cup final, Siya Kolisi highlighted the impact the win could have on his nation. Siya Kolisi believes South Africa's Rugby...
Gatland jibe haunts ragged England as South Africa play their final
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyErrors replaced excellence for England as a dominant South Africa sealed a third Rugby World Cup and a triumph of symbolic significance. Maro Itoje was named England's man of...
England the latest favourites to suffer final shock
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEngland's shock loss in the Rugby World Cup final was not the first occasion when a showpiece went dramatically against expectations. England went into the Rugby World Cup final...
South Africa make history by doing the double
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyNo team has ever won the Rugby Championship, or its previous incarnation the Tri Nations, and the World Cup in the same year until now. South Africa made history on Saturday...
England 12-32 South Africa
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySouth Africa dominated England to match New Zealand's tally of lifting the Webb Ellis Cup for a third time. Makazole Mapimpi and Cheslin Kolbe kicked England when they were down and...
Leinster and Glasgow Warriors run riot in Pro14
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyLeinster and Glasgow Warriors both ran in 50 points as they claimed emphatic Pro14 victories over the Dragons and Southern Kings respectively. Group A leaders Leinster have made a fantastic...
World Cup-winning coach Sir Clive Woodward talks us through how to prepare for the final
7 years ago by Daily Mail - Sir Clive Woodward ColumnSIR CLIVE WOODWARD: Ahead of England's clash against South Africa in Saturday's Rugby World Cup final, Sir Clive Woodward reveals what it is like to prepare for the showpiece clash. ,
