World Cup

Boks need Damian to fire

The Springboks’ imposing centre combination will have a game-shaping role to play in the World Cup quarter-final against Wales on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

McCaw must turn it on for All Blacks

Richie McCaw needs to spearhead an inspired performance from the All Blacks when they take on France in Saturday’s quarter-final in Cardiff, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Hooper to slay Scots

Michael Hooper’s breakdown prowess will give the Wallabies an edge in their quarter-final against Scotland at Twickenham on Sunday, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Henshaw Ireland’s dangerman

Robbie Henshaw could prove to be a talismanic figure once again when Ireland tackle Argentina in Sunday’s quarter-final at the Millennium Stadium, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Player revolt in French camp?

France are reportedly contending with a player revolt against coach Philippe Saint-André on the eve of their World Cup quarter-final against the All Blacks.

No Pocock, Folau for Wallabies

Coach Michael Cheika has been forced to make four changes to Australia's starting XV for their quarter-final against Scotland on Sunday. 

Sexton fit to face Argentina

Flyhalf Johnny Sexton has recovered in time to start against Argentina in Sunday’s quarter-final, but Ireland have had to make three enforced changes to their forward pack.

Pumas running on full power

Argentina coach Daniel Hourcade has made 10 changes for their quarter-final against Ireland at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday.

Horne at 12 for Scotland

Peter Horne will start at inside centre in one of four changes to Scotland's starting lineup for Sunday's quarter-final against Australia at Twickenham.