In the wake of France’s 29-28 loss to South Africa in the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, les Bleus captain Antoine Dupont criticised referee Ben O’Keeffe, saying “I’m not sure the…
Alan Dymock
Rugby World editor
Springboks knock out France on march to Rugby World Cup semi-finals
There was just a point in it as South Africa defeat France, 29-28
Cheslin Kolbe charges down conversion for France
The South African winger came up with a crucial play in what proved to be a one-point game
Why Ireland versus New Zealand ranks amongst the greatest matches ever
It was an instant Rugby world Cup classic in Paris. More of the same please!
How impressive was New Zealand’s 37 phases of defence to shut out Ireland?
With just four points in it, the clock creeping towards red, and Ireland throwing body after body in the pursuit of a winner in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final, New…
Ireland stand in figure of eight formation to face haka
Back in 2016, Ireland faced the All Blacks at Soldier Field in Chicago. The first Test match since the untimely passing of Anthony ‘Axel’ Foley, the Irish faced the haka…
Interception sees Argentina race into semi-finals
As soon as the ball sat up from a Sam Costelow popped pass, Nicolás Sánchez must have known. As he got his hands on it and raced towards the line,…
What happens if there’s a draw in Rugby World Cup knockouts?
We break down what happens when Rugby World Cup matches are drawn
We found stunning views of nature just outside Saint-Étienne
From the summit of Crêt de la Perdrix, the sky stretched out with peaks scratching gently at its underside. On Rugby World’s recent stint in Saint-Étienne for the Rugby World…
France Rugby World Cup squad – Galthié names team v South Africa
Here is where you will find Fabien Galthie's 33-player group