Test Rugby

Duane Vermeulen in action against the All Blacks at Twickenham

Duane: There’s still a lot in the tank

Duane Vermeulen expects an even more clinical effort from the Springboks in their World Cup opener against Scotland following the record-breaking win over New Zealand.

Les Bleus blow away Wallabies

Winger Damian Penaud scored twice as World Cup hosts France eased past Australia in Paris on Sunday in both teams’ final warm-up game before the tournament.

Rampant Boks put the world on notice

The relevance of the historic thrashing of the All Blacks on Friday night must not be dismissed as the Boks chase an unprecedented fourth World Cup title, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Siya Kolisi celebrates with fans after the Boks beat All Blacks at Twickenham

‘Proud’ Siya prioritises RWC defence

Skipper Siya Kolisi warned the “hard work starts now” after the Springboks completed their World Cup preparations with a record win against the All Blacks on Friday.

Ireland's prop Cian Healy leaves the pitch after getting injured during the pre-World Cup rugby union test match between Ireland and Samoa on August 26, 2023 at Jean-Dauger stadium in Bayonne.

Ireland survive Samoa scare

Ireland were pushed to their limits and suffered an injury blow as the world number one side limped over the line against a fired-up Samoa in a World Cup warm-up in Bayonne on Saturday.

Scotland's wing Duhan van der Merwe (R) scores the final try during the pre-2023 World Cup warm-up rugby union match between Scotland and Georgia at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on August 26, 2023.

Duhan double helps Scotland overwhelm Georgia

Scotland wrapped up their Rugby World Cup warm-up campaign with a comprehensive victory over Georgia at Murrayfield on Saturday, scoring all their points in the second half.

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 26: Fiji players celebrate victory following the Summer International match between England and Fiji at Twickenham Stadium on August 26, 2023 in London, England.

Flying Fiji conquer Twickenham

Fiji piled more misery into England and made history by claiming a first-ever victory over the Roses in a World Cup warm-up at Twickenham on Saturday.

LIVE: France vs Australia

Follow the live action as France host the Wallabies in a Rugby World Cup warm-up match at the Stade de France. #FRAvAUS

Scott Barrett sent off during the clash between the All Blacks and Boks in London

Kiwis blasted after Twickenham ‘disaster’

The All Blacks were blasted as “panicky and rattled” by New Zealand media in the wake of a record loss to South Africa in their final match before the World Cup begins.