Richie Mo’unga keeps All Blacks' flyhalf jersey for Springboks opener
7 years ago by The GuardianBeauden Barrett to start at fullback in YokohamaSonny Bill Williams on strong New Zealand benchBeauden Barrett will start at fullback for New Zealand in their World Cup Pool B opener against South Africa...
All Blacks name strong squad to face South Africa
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAll Blacks Head Coach Steve Hansen said: "Any combination of players in our squad could have justified their selection. But in the end we believe the 23 we have selected is the right group for this...
The Miracle of Brighton - How beating the Springboks set the stage for Japan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyJapan were meant to stand no chance against mighty South Africa but sprang the biggest upset in Rugby World Cup history in Brighton. Shortly after breakfast on September...
Rugby World Cup 2019: Japan v Russia
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAmbitious Japan coach Jamie Joseph is eyeing history as the hosts prepare to kick-off the Rugby World Cup against Russia in Tokyo on Friday. The Brave Blossoms caused an almighty...
Skipper McInally can be catalyst for Scotland - Hastings
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyCaptain Stuart McInally can be a catalyst for Scotland at the Rugby World Cup, according to former captain Gavin Hastings. Scotland begin their campaign on Sunday against Ireland in a...
Ronan O’Gara: 'Question marks' over New Zealand's best backline for South Africa showdown
7 years ago by Breaking News.ie : RugbyRonan O’Gara, speaking at the Irish Examiner Rugby World Cup Tournament Preview last Monday, has said there are “question marks” over the make-up of New Zealand’s best backline,...
The experts' tips for success in Japan
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyAhead of the Rugby World Cup, three Omnisport writers take a look at the main talking points for the tournament in Japan. It is little surprise to see powerhouses New Zealand...
Selecting a RWC 2019 XV with just one player from a country
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWith the Rugby World Cup is just days away and we can look forward to seeing some of the greatest talents from around the world come together and compete. Here's a combined...
South Africa stick to winning formula for World Cup opener against All Blacks
7 years ago by The GuardianSpringboks unchanged from last outing against JapanRassie Erasmus expects tight encounter in YokohamaSouth Africa’s head coach Rassie Erasmus has picked his strongest, most settled team to tackle New...
Vermeulen hits 50 as the Springboks name team to face the All Blacks
7 years ago by Ultimate RugbySpringbok coach Rassie Erasmus has named an unchanged matchday 23 for their first World Cup match against the All Blacks in Yokohama on Saturday. The Springboks will field an unchanged...
