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 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 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 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
Rugby World CupThe World's Cup: Revenge attack?Irish flanker Sean O'Brien's sucker punch to the guts of French ruffian Pascal Pape looks just a little like a case of justice delayed.11 Oct 11:39 PM
OpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: This is the worst possible draw for All Blacks - and the best for fansFrance and World Cups equal glory and disaster and if you love an epic, it's time to revel in what we are about to receive, writes Chris Rattue.11 Oct 11:33 PM
Rugby World CupAre the French holding back?Did the French tank this morning? Should Wayne Barnes be given the whistle? Michael Guerin and Tony Veitch on completely different tangents! Who wins?? Let's Vent.11 Oct 10:21 PM
Rugby World CupJapan finish on a highThey are the first team to win three out of four pool matches and not get to the quarter finals, but they're still smiling.11 Oct 09:25 PM
Rugby World CupIreland's O'Brien in trouble for punchVideo footage of Ireland flanker could add to squad's woes as they go into quarter finals already several men down.11 Oct 09:15 PM
Rugby World CupEngland needed 'more time in pub'Billy Vunipola insists England's squad should have spent more time bonding over a drink.11 Oct 08:16 PM
Rugby World CupSpectre of Wayne Barnes loomsWill All Blacks will get the referee they fear most for quarter final against France?11 Oct 07:19 PM
Rugby World CupNo grey: ABs go black for FranceAll Blacks quarter final against France in Cardiff is off to a good start - they will wear their famous black uniform.11 Oct 07:17 PM
OpinionWhy ABs will embrace CardiffEver since the draw was made - some time last century - the World Cup was destined to march back in time to pit the All Blacks against France in a Cardiff quarterfinal.11 Oct 07:05 PM
Rugby World CupQuarter-finals live chat with Wynne GrayJoin a live chat with Herald rugby writer Wynne Gray and ask questions about the RWC quarters including the All Blacks re-match with France in Cardiff.11 Oct 06:03 PM
Rugby World CupIt's France again for ABsIt's France - could it be any other nation? The All Blacks will once again face their World Cup nemesis in a quarter-final in Cardiff.11 Oct 05:44 PM
Rugby World CupQuarter finals: who plays whoDeja vu with Cardiff and France but what do the other quarter final matches mean for the All Blacks?11 Oct 05:08 PM
Rugby World CupRugby World Cup 2015: Australia's impenetrable wall down to sheer grit - GreganWorld Cup winners John Eales and George Gregan hail extraordinary defensive.11 Oct 04:00 PM
