Lood to lash Scots

Lood de Jager will have a game-shaping role to play at the lineouts and collisions when the Springboks play Scotland this Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

Weary Wales battle past Fiji

Wales saw off a spirited effort from Fiji to clinch an important, albeit unconvincing, 23-13 win in Cardiff on Thursday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

France outlast plucky Canada

Frédéric Michalak inspired France to a convincing 41-18 bonus-point victory over Canada in Milton Keynes on Thursday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Cotter defends selections

Scotland coach Vern Cotter believes his team will be up to the physical task when they battle South Africa on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.

England need to nullify Pocock

The breakdown battle is sure to be a decisive element in this Saturday’s clash between England and the Wallabies, with David Pocock the major dangerman, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Goromaru can put boot into Samoa

Ayumu Goromaru's goal-kicking could be the deciding factor when Japan take on Samoa in Saturday's Pool B encounter in Milton Keynes. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Joseph back at 13 for England

Jonathan Joseph will return from injury to start in the midfield for England against the Wallabies on Saturday.

Wallabies roll out big guns

The Wallabies have named an unchanged starting lineup from their opening World Cup match for this Saturday's crucial clash against England at Twickenham.

Fourie will keep Boks on track

New captain Fourie du Preez will ensure that the Springboks keep heading in the right tactical direction, writes JON CARDINELLI in Newcastle.