Rugby World CupNigel Owens to ref ABs quarterfinalHe is widely regarded as the best referee in the world and has officiated at the 2007 and 2011 World Cups.13 Oct 05:07 PM
Rugby World CupRWC footy fans by the planeloadKeen punters depart on package tours to UK to witness rugby history (hopefully).13 Oct 04:00 PM
RoyalsRugby royalty meet the QueenIt appears Richie McCaw is in royal favour - now that England are no longer around for the All Blacks to knock out of the Rugby World Cup.13 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionWynne GrayFrance will struggle to rattle ABs' cageThere was little to suggest France can rattle the All Blacks' cage even if the top-rated side has battled to change gear, writes Wynne Gray.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupRugby World Cup 2015: Pocock looking likely to playStill fighting a troublesome calf, Wallabies talisman David Pocock has received some good news after avoiding sanction for an alleged kneeing incident in the victory over Wales.13 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupCarter: Richie's a bad water-boyA squashed tee and an inability to tell a joke under pressure - Dan Carter has found something that 'water-boy' Richie McCaw isn't good at.13 Oct 07:53 AM
RoyalsAnd what do you do? Queen meets RichieRichie McCaw has made an appearance at an exclusive reception hosted by the Queen and Prince Harry at Buckingham Palace.13 Oct 06:05 AM
Rugby World Cup'Beating All Blacks would be little miracle'Former French coach Marc Lievremont believes it will take a small miracle for France to beat the All Blacks on Sunday.13 Oct 04:20 AM
Rugby World CupThe All Blacks' big weaknessAs predicted, it has been a World Cup tailor made for loose forwards.13 Oct 01:08 AM
Rugby World CupThe World's Cup: The Wallabies' path to gloryWallabies coach Michael Cheika might be doing his best to hose down perception his team already has one foot in the final, however the uber-cocky media aren't exactly playing ball.13 Oct 12:11 AM
OpinionGregor PaulFrance aren't great. Here's whyOPINION: The French are as much hung up on 2007 as New Zealanders are, writes Gregor Paul.12 Oct 11:15 PM
Rugby World CupEngland WAG reveals fan abuseChris Robshaw's partner Camilla Kerslake says she has felt trapped in her own house.12 Oct 09:03 PM
OpinionDylan CleaverRugby needs two refs on fieldIt's blatantly obvious from the Rugby World Cup that officiating is more than a one-person job, writes Dylan Cleaver.12 Oct 08:38 PM
OpinionDana JohannsenDana Johannsen: Take a peek at that famous auraWhen it comes to the All Blacks, the English press are obsessed with three things: the haka, Richie McCaw's tactics at the breakdown, and the team's "aura".12 Oct 08:32 PM
Rugby World CupHow did TMO miss that punch?WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING: French coach blasts TMO system for failing to act on Irish punch while ranking system gets tackled.12 Oct 05:52 PM
Rugby World CupMan of the Match system to changeFan vote system criticised after England's Joe Launchbury awarded title after team's humiliating loss to Australia.12 Oct 05:30 PM
Rugby World CupTeams limping after brutal pool stageIt's possible that some people are seeing a different World Cup - one that hasn't factored in the physical and emotional toil that some teams have already endured.12 Oct 04:30 PM
Rugby World CupRWC: Wales to tackle the best to lift trophyWales captain Sam Warburton says his team have no fear of playing South Africa.12 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupWallabies look for 'finishers' to shineIf Australia are to win a third World Cup, they believe the role of their "finishers" will be as vital as anything that happens in the opening 60 minutes of matches.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouple reveal true RWC coloursFor Kiwi Genevieve Gibson and her French fiance Fabien Le Gall, this weekend's quarter-final clash between the All Blacks and France is a different kind of test.12 Oct 04:00 PM
Rugby World CupAll Blacks 'can't wait' to play FrenchJoe Moody's arrival from NZ as a replacement for Tony Woodcock means the All Blacks are back to full fitness as they prepare for their date with destiny.12 Oct 03:49 PM
Rugby World CupFrench reunion for Sonny BillFor Sonny Bill Williams, Sunday's quarter-final against France will have an added significance - a reunion with France coach Philippe Saint-Andre.12 Oct 03:38 PM
Rugby World CupDraw after extra time? Kicking duelShould scores still be drawn after 10 minutes each-way of extra time, tournament rules state that the referee will conduct a place-kick competition.12 Oct 07:40 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: Seven things you need to knowWith all eight quarter-final spots now filled, Scott Yeoman looks at seven things you need to know going into tonight and the next few days.12 Oct 07:12 AM
Rugby World CupRWC: All-southern hemisphere semi-finals?Ireland's defeat of France has raised the alluring prospect of the all southern hemisphere semi-final line-up for the first time in Rugby World Cup history.12 Oct 05:20 AM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: The Rugby World Cup pool play awardsThe pool stages are over and 12 teams are heading home, but not necessarily empty handed. Chris Rattue lists the Herald's pool play award winners.12 Oct 02:46 AM
OpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Have Wallabies given too much, too soon?Australia and Wales have both had to play too much rugby too early in this competition, says Gregor Paul.12 Oct 02:31 AM