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The governing body of rugby, World Rugby has unveiled an altered qualification process for Rugby World Cup 2019 which will be held in Japan. Revealed are where the 8 qualifying countries will come from with some continental regions having advantages over others. The 8 qualifying teams will join the 12 …

Both Argentina and the USA are set to be significant benefactors from World Rugby’s announcement that the institution’s governance is to be overhauled. Argentina and Italy are to join the remaining Tier 1 unions of Australia, England, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa and Wales in acquiring two votes …

Confirmation that the draw for Rugby World Cup 2019 draw will be made some time in 2016 brings new meaning to the importance of international rugby in 2016. The lesson of England crashing out at the pool stage after losing against Wales and Australia ought to be noted by all. …

Canadian international DTH van der Merwe is widely considered to have been one of the leading wingers in the pool phase of Rugby World Cup 2015 and with good reason – he scored against all opponents. He also performed well in general play as he created opportunities for his teammates. Aged …

Last weekend of the pool stages and there’s some very contentious match-ups all across the board. Who will top Pool D? Can Romania upset Italy to qualify for 2019? Will Japan find a way into the quarters? Here we go! Chris and Victor appear to be lost in the barrens, but we’ve …

Italy and Romania have announced their teams for their vital Pool D match in Exeter on Sunday. The game will serve as a straight knock-out of sorts as the winner automatically qualifies for the 2019 World Cup. Both sides will have to compete without their respective captains, with Sergio Parisse …

Canada will return home from the World Cup winless after squandering a 15 point lead in a catastrophic second half, falling to Romania by a score of 17-15. Florin Vlaicu’s 78th minute penalty sealed the unlikely comeback for the Oaks, who overcame the greatest deficit to win in the tournament’s …

We’re running a bit late to let’s cut straight to the predictions! Big week heading into the final round of pool play. Will Canada get their win against Romania? Can Namibia upset Georgia? Read on to find out! Paul is our token ‘South American’ with Chris and Victor still lost in dangerous World …

Kieran Crowley has named his team for Canada’s final match of the World Cup, against Romania in Leicester on Tuesday. Injuries have once again affected his selections, with captain Tyler Ardron and fullback Matt Evans each ruled out and several others nursing bumps and bruises after a tough schedule. Jamie Cudmore …

Romania have named their team for their third Pool D match-up against Canada, to be played in Leicester on Tuesday. Head coach Lynn Howells has selected his strongest squad, reverting to virtually the same lineup that took on France in their tournament opener. Powerhouse forward Valentin Ursache returns from a …