Kearney clucks at ‘fearful’ All Blacks

Former Ireland fullback Rob Kearney says the All Blacks will arrive in Dublin ‘scared’ of what Andy Farrell’s side could do in Friday night’s rematch of the  2023 World Cup quarterfinal.

Rocky: Why I went on the run

Former Wallabies captain Rocky Elsom has explained why he fled Dublin within hours of learning an international arrest warrant had been issued against him.

Ireland have ‘earned confidence’ against All Blacks

Lock Joe McCarthy has underlined that Ireland’s recent success in high-stakes matches have “earned” them the right to face New Zealand with confidence as they prepare for Friday night’s clash in Dublin.

Watch: Manie magic bowls Scotland

Manie Libbok executed an incredible no-look kick-pass to help the Springboks get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start in their most recent clash with Scotland.

Habana: Rassie’s veterans on track for three-peat

Hailing Rassie Erasmus for reinvigorating the veteran Springbok players, Bryan Habana believes a historic World Cup three-peat is on in Australia.

Scotland brace for Boks as Russell returns

Gregor Townsend says Scotland need to improve in every department as they welcome back Finn Russell against an evolved Springbok team at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Hogg admits domestic abuse

Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has admitted abusing his estranged wife over the course of five years.

Care reveals Eddie’s England ‘dictatorship’

Danny Care has shone a spotlight on Eddie Jones’ complex, high-stakes tenure as England head coach, revealing the brilliance and brutality of his methods.

Marler retires following haka jibe

England prop Joe Marler announced his retirement from international rugby on Sunday, just days after urging New Zealand to ditch the haka.

Louw locked and loaded for Scotland showdown

Wilco Louw says the Springboks are in the perfect mindset after landing in Edinburgh on Sunday, fired up for the clash against Scotland.