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World Rugby lauds economic success of Japan RWC

The Rugby World Cup held in Japan last year was the most economically successful World Cup to date, attracting some 242,000 international visitors and adding €2.5 billion to the country's GDP.
Rugby • 24 Jun 20

World Rugby reports reduction in concussion incidents

World Rugby has announced a reduction in concussion incidents at last year's World Cup in comparison to the 2018 elite competition average.
Rugby • 04 Mar 20

Ireland wilt as Brave Blossoms pull off huge shock

Japan pulled off one of the biggest shocks in Rugby World Cup history as they stunned Ireland 19-12 in Shizuoka.
Rugby World Cup 2019 • 28 Sep 19

'Flat, slow, inaccurate' - Schmidt reiterates failures

Joe Schmidt reaffirmed that Saturday's heavy defeat to England was an "unacceptable result".
Rugby • 27 Aug 19

Schmidt absence hasn't affected Ireland, says Murphy

Ireland feel so well-drilled into the Joe Schmidt method that even in the absence of their taskmaster head coach his plans are fully expected to bear fruit.
Rugby • 09 Aug 19

Ben Te'o left out of England squad for Wales clash

Ben Te'o has been left out of the England squad for Sunday's international against Wales.
Rugby • 06 Aug 19

O'Mahony and Stander places under threat, says Ferris

Stephen Ferris reckons Ireland's back row needs a reboot and that Peter O'Mahony and CJ Stander's places are in danger.
Rugby • 29 May 19

The winning habit on the road to the World Cup

All rugby for the next year will be viewed with the World Cup in mind and creating a winning mentality is key to success, according to Victor Matfield.
Rugby • 08 Sep 18

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