World Cup

England punish 14-man Argentina

England all but secured their place in the World Cup quarter-finals by claiming a 39-10 bonus-point win over a 14-man Argentina side in Tokyo on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Highlights: Australia vs Uruguay

Highlights of Australia’s 45-10 victory against Uruguay on Saturday.

Duane Vermeulen is spear tackled by the Italian props

Italian prop duo to be cited

Italian loosehead props Andrea Lovotti and Nicola Quaglio will both be cited for their involvement in a tip-tackle on Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen.

Wallabies surge past Uruguay

The Wallabies claimed a 45-10 bonus-point win over Uruguay in Oita on Saturday to move to the top of Pool D. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

RWC permutations: Battle for the playoffs

DYLAN JACK unpacks the remaining pool games in the World Cup, highlighting the big clashes to come and the permutations for the playoffs.

World Cup Tour Tales: Week 3 (Omaezaki)

JON CARDINELLI reflects on conversations about Nelson Mandela on a far-flung Japanese beach and a sleepy town with terror at its core.

Rassie praises ‘wonderful’ Kolbe

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has lauded star wing Cheslin Kolbe in the wake of a fine all-round performance against Italy. JON CARDINELLI at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa reports.

Rassie: Bok bullies on right track

Rassie Erasmus believes that South Africa ‘ticked a box’ with their uncompromising physical performance against Italy. JON CARDINELLI at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa reports.