Saints and Gloucester triumph again, Irish thrashed
Northampton Saints and Gloucester followed up narrow away wins on the opening weekend by easing to home successes in the Premiership.
Rugby World Cup 2019: All Blacks defeat has driven Springboks on – Kolisi
Captain Siya Kolisi says South Africa have embraced the pressure of playing "knockout rugby" since losing to New Zealand.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Jones demands more from England after dethroning ‘god of rugby’
England dominated New Zealand in an outstanding display, but Eddie Jones has demanded an improvement in the final next weekend.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Hansen hails England, takes exception to questioning of All Blacks attitude
When New Zealand's attitude was questioned, Steve Hansen replied: "If you want to spend some time outside I'll give you a rugby education."
Rugby World Cup 2019: Outstanding England live up to pre-match promise
The build-up to England's semi-final with New Zealand demanded a big performance. Eddie Jones' men exceeded all expectations in Yokohama.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Jones lauds England’s defence as Hansen bows out with pride
Eddie Jones highlighted the discipline of England's defence after they defeated defending champions New Zealand 19-7 in the semi-finals.
Rugby World Cup 2019: England 19-7 New Zealand
England dethroned New Zealand with a magnificent performance in Yokohama to set up a final against South Africa or Wales.
Rugby World Cup 2019: All Blacks were not good enough – Read
Kieran Read said it was difficult to put into words what went wrong as New Zealand's bid to make history in Japan was ended... Read more
Watershed World Cup for South Africa
Mark Keohane, in his Cape Times column, writes that the authentic transformation of the Springboks makes this World Cup campaign the most significant in... Read more
De Allende has been colossal in a Springbok context
By Mark Keohane Damian de Allende, very much like All Blacks centre Sonny Bill Williams, divides supporter opinion. But neither of the two divide... Read more
Munster snatch late bonus point as Ulster topple Cardiff Blues
Munster top Pro14 Conference B after their 28-12 victory over Ospreys, while Cardiff Blues were defeated 23-14 by Ulster.
Hogg’s Chiefs debut ends in Bath defeat at rainy Rec
Exeter Chiefs fell to a narrow Premiership defeat at Bath, as Stuart Hogg's first appearance ended in disappointment.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Wales v South Africa
Coach Warren Gatland says Six Nations champions Wales will thrive on being written off before South Africa clash at the Rugby World Cup.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Pollard relishing taking on Wales stars Halfpenny and Biggar
South Africa's Rugby World Cup semi-final tie with Wales will likely come down to which side has the best kicking game, says Handre Pollard.
Rugby World Cup 2019: Foster says set-piece the key in semi-final ‘war’
All Blacks assistant coach Ian Foster says the defending champions must hold the edge over England in scrums and lineouts.
Sarries full-back Goode out for up to four months
European and Premiership champions Saracens are expected to be without European Player of the Year Alex Goode until the end of February.
