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2019 Rugby World Cup Outsiders

7 years ago by Rugby World

We look at some teams who are not favourites to win the tournament but definitely have the ability to do so. Unpredictable: France are definitely an outsider to do well in Japan (Getty Images)We look at...

World Ranking Permutations: Ireland have another crack at top spot

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Wales' status as the world's number one team comes under threat in Cardiff this weekend as Ireland could climb two spots with a big win.   Wales and Ireland will face each other with the Irish knowing...

Sam Johnson returns as one of ten changes to Scotland's team

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Centre Sam Johnson will make his first Scotland appearance since making his test debut during the 2019 Six Nations in this Saturday’s Summer Test match against Georgia at the Dinamo Arena, Tbilisi.     The...

Thursday Morning Round Up

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Hosts Japan Name Rugby World Cup Squad   Japan kick the tournament off against Russia with Ireland, Scotland and Samoa all in the host's pool.   【日本代表】日本ラグビーフットボール協会は、9月20日(金)に開幕する「ラグビーワールドカップ2019(#RWC2019)」へ向けた日本代表最終登録メンバー計31名を決定しました→https://t.co/cA70bBuVKz...

"And I would imagine his leadership qualities are coming out in full force this week" - Jamie Heaslip

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Rory Best will prove his critics wrong with his calm leadership as Ireland go through a tough spell, says Jamie Heaslip.     Jamie Heaslip is confident Rory Best is the right man to lead...

Brunel still unsure of final France squad for Rugby World Cup

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

France named their Rugby World Cup squad more than two months ago, but coach Jacques Brunel is still considering turning to his reserves.     France coach Jacques Brunel admits he still...

Swinson invited to train with Scotland’s wider squad for RWC

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Glasgow Warriors forward Tim Swinson has been invited to train with Scotland’s wider squad for Rugby World Cup 2019 as cover for Sam Skinner, who has been ruled out through injury.       Swinson...

Lizo Gqoboka set to join Montpellier on a short-term deal

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

Bulls and Springboks prop Lizo Gqoboka will take off to France after signing a short-term loan deal with Montpellier.       Gqoboka was left out of Rassie Erasmus' World Cup squad...

Harry Wilson and Harry Hoopert sign long-term deals with Queensland Reds

7 years ago by Ultimate Rugby

In a further boost for Queensland, Harry Wilson and Harry Hoopert have both re-signed with the Queensland Reds on long-term deals. Wilson will remain at Ballymore through 2023 until the next...

France Rugby World Cup Fixtures, Squad, Group, Guide

7 years ago by Rugby World

As always with France, their World Cup chances depend on what version of Les Bleus will show up. As always with France, their World Cup chances depend on what version of Les Bleus will show up.