World Cup

Wales up to No 2 in rankings

Wales have risen to second place in the World Rugby rankings following their 28-25 victory over England at Twickenham.

Tonga deputies must take charge

In the absence of captain Nili Latu, Tonga's senior players must step up in their Pool C encounter against Namibia at Sandy Park on Tuesday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Wales lose Williams, Amos

Wales have suffered two more serious injury blows, with backs Scott Williams and Hallam Amos ruled out of the World Cup.

Easter replaces Vunipola for England

Nick Easter has been called up as a replacement for England No 8 Billy Vunipola, who has been ruled out of the World Cup with a knee injury.

Time running out for Alberts

Willem Alberts may well head back to South Africa if he fails to come through a fitness test later this week, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Jean out of World Cup

Springbok captain Jean de Villiers has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a fracture to his jaw against Samoa.

Matfield: Meyer took control

Victor Matfield has credited coach Heyneke Meyer for the Springboks’ change in World Cup fortunes, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.