Rugby World Cup 2023

World Rugby chairman Sir Bill Beaumont has confirmed the changes to draw and plans for the Rugby World Cup 2027.

Fiji's Rugby World Cup preparations has been dented another blow with Clermont star back-rower Peceli Yato ruling himself out of the showpiece event.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has included Saracens' Billy Vunipola and Bath centre Ollie Lawrence to the 40-man training squad.

Ireland backrow Caelan Doris said he is enjoying his first ever World Cup pre-season as Andy Farrell's men step up their preparations for the showpiece event in France.

Ireland full-back Jimmy O'Brien assures that Johnny Sexton's three-match ban will not have any negative impact on the team's preparations for the World Cup.

The winger feels Warren Gatland will have Wales in the best possible shape ahead of the Rugby World Cup with Adams drawing comparisons between the current squad and the side which reached the semi-finals four years ago.

Stuart Hogg will join TNT's punditry team after announcing his retirement earlier this month but his playing days will always be fondly remembered especially by good friend and Scotland Women's coach Bryan Easson.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has left out Bath flanker Sam Underhill and Sale prop Bevan Rodd from the training squad as they step up the World Cup preparations.

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton has been cleared to play in the Rugby World Cup after his ban was restricted to three games following a misconduct.

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Chile will make their Rugby World Cup debut in France and will come up against the likes of England and Argentina.

With the injury to Luke Cowan-Dickie, the Saracens youngster could find himself on his way to a World Cup.

Two-time World Cup winning South Africa international Frans Steyn has announced his retirement from professional rugby with immediate effect.

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Japan head coach Jamie Joseph has announced that he will step down from the role following the upcoming Rugby World Cup in France.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has confirmed a 41-member squad for their first official training camp to be held at at The Lensbury on 2nd July as they continue their preparation for the Rugby World Cup this year.

All Blacks head coach Ian Foster wants his side to be ruthless in their preparations leading to the Rugby World Cup tournament in France.

Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi said the team will not be weighed down by the expectations as they look to defend the Rugby World Cup this year.

England head coach Steve Borthwick has released Beno Obano and Will Joseph from the updated Rugby World Cup training squad.

Scotland fullback Blair Kinghorn expressed confidence of his team's chances in the upcoming Rugby World Cup.