World Cup Archives - Page 28 of 29

Sexton pens IRFU extension until 2021

Ireland have secured the services of fly-half Johnny Sexton until at least 2021 after he signed a new contract on Tuesday.

Rassie Erasmus has inspired a South Africa turnaround but insists he will not remain as head coach beyond the 2019 World Cup in Japan.

South Africa and London Irish tweeted their best wishes to Naka Drotske, who was shot during a robbery in Pretoria.

Ireland legend Brian O'Driscoll believes New Zealand are not as strong as they were four years ago as they head into a World Cup... Read more

World Cup-winning coach Jake White would be a good option for Australia should they sack Michael Cheika, according to Bryan Habana.

Jake White's planned discussion with Rugby Australia will not go ahead amid mounting pressure on Michael Cheika.

England were dumped out of the Rugby World Cup early on home soil three years ago, but Sam Burgess is not accepting the blame.

Victory over Hong Kong in Marseille ensures Canada will maintain their record of featuring in every edition of the Rugby World Cup.

A new set of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of players have been announced by the Rugby Football Union.

Bernard Foley is targeting the Rugby World Cup after re-signing with Australia and the Waratahs.

Michael Cheika has come under increasing pressure, but James Horwill does not expect the head coach to lose his job.

A rule change means Rhys Webb is ineligible to play for Wales, but coach Warren Gatland remains hopeful of using the scrum-half.

John Mitchell is sure England can conquer New Zealand and win the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

With one year to go until the 2019 Rugby World Cup, Omnisport takes a look at five tournament debutants who could impress in Japan.

England's new defence coach will be former assistant John Mitchell, who previously led New Zealand in 28 Tests.

Japan will host the 2019 World Cup, which could be the last time 20 nations contest the rugby showpiece.