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The Latest Breaking News from Rugby World Cup

Ireland coach Andy Farrell commits long-term future as Lions stint teed up

IRFU tie down head coach for fresh Rugby World Cup bid in 2027

Evening Standard

Andy Farrell to lead Ireland to 2027 World Cup after signing new deal

Andy Farrell will lead Ireland to the 2027 Rugby World Cup after extending his contract, while Rob Howley returns to Wales after his betting ban

The Guardian - UK

Phil Vickery and Gavin Henson among rugby players in brain injury legal claim

Phil Vickery was joined by fellow 2003 Rugby World Cup winner Mark Regan among 226 names released following high court hearing

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Natasha Hunt rewarded with Red Roses contract as England confirm new deals

The scrum half was a high-profile omission from last year’s Rugby World Cup squad

The Independent UK

Ben Cohen interview: Rugby World Cup triumph with England helped me to channel personal pain

Legendary Red Rose wing was a key part of Sir Clive Woodward's 2003 squad, winning the World Cup just three years after the death of his father

Evening Standard

Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win

Rugby World Cup glory for England after extra-time thriller.

The Independent UK

On this day in 2015: Eddie Jones appointed England’s first overseas head coach

The Australian succeeded Stuart Lancaster following England’s woeful Rugby World Cup campaign.

The Independent UK

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WRC Japan: Neuville gives Hyundai early lead with super special stage win

The Hyundai driver set the fastest time around the all-new 2.10km side-by-side super special stage, held inside the 45,000-seater Toyota Stadium, a host venue for the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

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South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen inspired by Boks’ glory for Australia semi-final

South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen says seeing the Springboks retain the Rugby World Cup in France last month has inspired the nation’s cricketers

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes wants action on ‘vile’ social media abuse

The Rugby World Cup final referee, Wayne Barnes, has described social media abuse towards him as “vile” and called for trolls to be held to account.

The Guardian - UK

Wayne Barnes details how social media abuse ‘crossed the line’ after Rugby World Cup final

The record-setting English referee has called for more action to be taken against those sending abuse to officials

The Independent UK

Black Ferns, Red Roses, red cards and red faces

Rugby writer Adam Julian sums up the first Women's XV international tournament - and examines how the Black Ferns find themselves once again so far behind England

Newsroom.co.nz

Sam Cane handed ban after Rugby World Cup final red card

The New Zealand captain was sent off during his side’s defeat to South Africa at the Stade de France

The Independent UK

Wayne Barnes announces retirement after refereeing Rugby World Cup final

The 44-year-old’s officiated in 111 Tests and he said it was ‘clearly the right time’ for him to retire after overseeing the match between New Zealand and South Africa

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The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes announces retirement

The English official cited family reasons for his decision.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes retires to 'spend more time with family'

English official, 44, calls time on prestigious 18-year career in game

The Guardian - UK

Strange new worlds: can the Rugby World Cup live long and prosper?

The 2027 showpiece will not break new ground so making the US a rugby hotbed in 2031 is now an unlikely mission

The Independent UK

South Africa declares public holiday after ‘momentous’ Rugby World Cup win

Springboks clinch record fourth Rugby World Cup over New Zealand

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The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cup awards: the best player, the best match – our verdicts

From that monumental quarter-final weekend to Kurt-Lee Arendse’s wonder try and the emergence of Portugal, the Guardian’s rugby experts hand out their awards

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023 awards: Star player and coach, best match, biggest shock and more

Seven weeks of incredible rugby came down to one point in Paris and now Nick Purewal crowns his winners

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup: Siya Kolisi sends message of hope as Springboks’ higher purpose endures

Iconic captain hopes second successive Rugby World Cup win can prove an inspiration to people from similar backgrounds and have unifying impact in troubled nation

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup: South Africa government appears to mock Tom Curry racism storm during celebrations

The official statement included the line 'the Webb Ellis is in South Africa’s kant'

The Independent UK

Siya Kolisi’s legacy as rugby’s greatest leader will now live on forever

Kolisi joined Richie McCaw as the only two-time men’s Rugby World Cup-winning captain but his impact stretches far beyond the field

The Guardian - UK

Rugby World Cup final referee Wayne Barnes got death threats, wife says

Wayne Barnes received death threats over his refereeing of the Rugby World Cup final, his wife has said

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup team of the tournament: Ben Earl, Damian Penaud and South Africa domination

The Boks claimed a record-breaking fourth Webb Ellis Cup and make over over a third of our team

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