They have excited, but if we want the best emerging nations to kick on between World Cups, we need to make these changes, writes Mark Evans
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The rise and rise of flying Louis Bielle-Biarrey
The Bordeaux star has made a big impression at just 20
The pools were fun – but pragmatism will win the World Cup
Fiji v Portugal was the match of the Rugby world Cup pool stage. Two teams who wanted to play rugby, who wanted to keep ball in hand, and who wanted…
Where does Portugal World Cup win rank amongst incredible upsets?
Os Lobos made history in the Rugby World Cup with their sensational victory over Fiji. But where does the Portugal World Cup win over Fiji rank amongst the most incredible…
Are one-sided World Cup results damaging rugby?
New Zealand 96-17 Italy. Scotland 84-0 Romania. Argentina 59-5 Chile. This week we have seen some heavily one-sided World Cup results, and it’s causing a stir. There is growing clamour…
Darcy Graham on the art of scoring tries
We’ve all seen a fine Darcy Graham try or 12. But what stands out about the Edinburgh and Scotland flyer is that he loves to score. Just look at his…
Who leads the haka for the All Blacks?
You can almost set your watch to the discourse that the All Black haka creates every year. Given we’re on the eve of the Rugby World Cup, expect it to…
Can Portugal beat the Wallabies?
Portugal clawed their way back to life after an almost one-sided contest in the first half against Georgia and collected their first two points in the Rugby World Cup 2023. …
Get to know Beka Gigashvili – Georgia’s inked-up powerhouse
We know good things come to those who wait, but for this Georgian prop the hard work climbing the rugby ladder strengthened him
Analysis: How Ireland should play against South Africa
Alex Goode looks at Ireland's shape and how to take on the Springboks' blitzing challenge