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Japan stun Ireland: How the rugby world reacted

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Japan stunned Ireland 19-12 in Shizuoka on Saturday to go top of Pool A after two rounds of the Rugby World Cup.

Reece Hodge defends himself and Cheika with new statement on tackle ban

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Wallaby winger Reece Hodge has released a statement defending his high tackle on Fijian flanker Peceli Yato which led to a three-week ban.

Pros give their verdict on the Piers Francis tackle that could have been the quickest ever red card

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Piers Francis almost had the shortest debut in Rugby World Cup history in England’s match against the USA on Thursday. In fact, it would have been the shortest appearance ever in a RWC match when he...

The internet's amusing reaction to Owen Farrell on the receiving end of a shoulder charge

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

The USA's John Quill received the first red card of the 2019 Rugby World Cup after he clattered into Owen Farrell recklessly ten minutes from time. The irony of the hit has not been lost on some fans,...

Rugby World Cup city guide to Fukuoka

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

The Fukuoka Prefecture on the island of Kyushu is the ninth most populated prefecture in Japan, and one of the nations most outstanding in terms of natural beauty and culture. Fukuoka is seen as a natural...

Clive Woodward slams Reece Hodge ban decision

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Former England head coach and Rugby World Cup winner Sir Clive Woodward has disagreed with World Rugby’s decision to ban Australian back Reece Hodge for three weeks.

SUSPENDED: Reece Hodge shoulder deemed worthy of a red card following citing

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Wallabies back Reece Hodge has been suspended for the dangerous tackle he made against Fiji in last weekend's RWC opener for the two Pool D sides. He appeared before a disciplinary committee in Tokyo today,...

Fiji fans turn on coach John McKee after shock loss to Uruguay

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Fijian rugby fans have turned on head coach John McKee on social media after his side were upset by Uruguay on Wednesday at the Rugby World Cup.

WATCH: Uruguay celebrate after courageous performance upsets Fiji in biggest RWC 2019 boilover to date

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Uruguay have caused the biggest upset of the 2019 World Cup to date as they put in a courageous performance to beat Fiji 30-27 earlier today. It is their biggest ever win in Test rugby, sparking tears...

Foul play in the spotlight again as Samoa escape two red cards to win comfortably

6 years ago by Rugby Dump

Samoa had a far more challenging contest than they expected as Russia turned up and fought valiantly, managing to lead 6-5 at halftime, before going down 34-9 in the end. Foul play was again a topic of...