Rugby World Cup
The Kiwi in charge of ending the All Blacks' hopes
“We’ll be having a crack. We’ll give it everything and see what happens.”
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Liam Napier: How the Wallabies got it so wrong for the World Cup
OPINION: There are no quick fixes for the Wallabies.
'Embarrassing': SBW's assessment of Wallabies, Jones
The former All Black didn't hold back.
Out in the pools! Worst-ever World Cup for Australia
Wales have thrashed Australia in Lyon to send them packing from the World Cup.
'Darkest day': World reacts to Wallabies 'humiliation'
How the world reacted to Australia's World Cup exit.
How Scotland can shake up Pool B
Live updates of the Rugby World Cup clash between Scotland and Tonga.
Scotland superb in big win over Tonga
Scotland ran in seven tries to keep their hopes alive.
Liam Napier: Why an Ireland quarter-final would be bad for the All Blacks
OPINION: Ireland are the real deal - and a very real looming obstacle for the All Blacks.
Chris Rattue: A major hole in the Springboks' World Cup operation
OPINION: Chris Rattue on who took home the bacon and who left empty-handed.
What Ireland's win over Springboks means for All Blacks
In a clash of the titans, the Irish managed to pull off a win over the defending champs.
Wales v Australia: Can the Welsh knock out the Wallabies early?
Live updates of the Rugby World Cup clash between Wales and Australia.
Report: Jones interviewed for Japan job just days before World Cup warm-up
The Wallabies' coach has been under fire after a disastrous start to the tournament.
Scotland v Tonga: Can former ABs lead Tonga to victory?
Live updates of the Rugby World Cup clash between Scotland and Tonga.
Gregor Paul: ABs need balance between competition and unity to win World Cup
OPINION: Training has to feel like the sort of hostile environment that awaits.
Bring back the super-sub: All Blacks should bench Barrett, start Jordan
OPINION: Beauden Barrett remains the ideal player to bring on in the last quarter.
Ireland beat South Africa in titanic Rugby World Cup clash
The Irish have asserted themselves as World Cup favourites.
England crush Chile in 11-try rout
The Rugby World Cup has finally started for Owen Farrell.
Portugal denied a first win in thrilling draw with Georgia
Portugal finally has some points at a Rugby World Cup.
Rugby World Cup matches today - Can the Springboks end Ireland's run?
A busy day ahead at Rugby World Cup 2023.
Shannon Frizell 2.0: How Jason Ryan elevated flanker into All Blacks powerhouse
Frizell has brought a level of intensity, accuracy and commitment to his work.
'Best rugby is ahead of him': The All Black Jason Ryan hopes to lure back home
Timing is everything in contract decisions as key ABs are set to exit after the World Cup.
Argentina back in quarter-final hunt with bruising win
Los Pumas are back in the quarter-final hunt.
Live: Argentina v Samoa
Live updates of the Rugby World Cup clash between Argentina and Samoa.
South Africa v Ireland: The biggest pool game in Cup history?
Ireland have never played South Africa at the World Cup.
Argentina v Samoa: Can Manu Samoa make it two from two?
Can Manu Samoa make it two from two?
Phil Gifford: The bright side of the All Blacks' long World Cup layoff
Phil Gifford highlights five talking points from the Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup: The five best matches this weekend and why you should be watching
Quarter-final spots, fiery coaches and former All Blacks make for top viewing this weekend
French fear major injury to star in record World Cup victory
France produced their biggest win at a World Cup running in 14 tries.
Rugby World Cup 2023: Rugby Direct podcast - Check-in from Bordeaux
On the latest edition of Rugby Direct, Elliott and Liam check in from Bordeaux.
Quarter-final picture: Will Northern Hemisphere sweep groups?
Six Nations teams are making a stamp on the Rugby World Cup.