Australia

"We know they are going to be ferocious and full of pride and passion". - Eddie Jones

England have prepared a specific plan to counter the strengths of Tonga in their World Cup opener, according to Eddie Jones.         Eddie Jones stressed the importance of England...

A look at Wales' opening game against Georgia

Alun Wyn Jones has been lauded by Wales coach Warren Gatland as he prepares to rack up a landmark appearance against Georgia.       Wales coach Warren Gatland hopes Alun Wyn Jones...

Australia post-match press conference | Australia v Fiji

Fiji post-match press conference | Australia v Fiji

HIGHLIGHTS: Australia vs Fiji - Rugby World Cup 2019

Australia avoided an upset with a 39-21 win over Fiji in the opening round of the Rugby World Cup. Fiji got off to a dream start, kicking an early penalty and scoring a try shortly after for an 8-0 lead....

The six minutes of magic that showed the All Blacks ruthlessness

Six minutes of first-half brilliance against South Africa underlined why New Zealand are Rugby World Cup favourites once again.       New Zealand were far from perfect in their Rugby...

Australia expected Fiji fury - Cheika

Fiji failed to see out a shock victory over Australia in their Rugby World Cup opener, and Michael Cheika was proud of his team's recovery.       Australia knew Fiji were going to...

Where does Reece Hodge’s baffling escape leave high tackle crackdown? | Andy Bull

The Australia wing caught Fiji’s Peceli Yato in the head with a shoulder and didn’t use his arms, World Rugby’s tackle directives could not be clearer – yet no action was takenFor 15 minutes the...

New Zealand v South Africa: Rugby World Cup 2019 – live!

Updates from the All Blacks’ opening gameFrance v Argentina – live! | Australia 39-21 FijiAny thoughts? Email or tweet @LukeMcLaughlin 10.06am BST Did you catch yesterday’s tournament opener in Tokyo?...

Winners & Losers: Australia v Fiji

Australia trailed for an hour in their opening for about an hour before they rampaged through Fiji's defence to claim their first victory of the tournament.     Here our winners and losers...