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The Guardian view on the Rugby World Cup: a showcase for free televised sport

Editorial: Sacrificing mass exposure for cash from lucrative broadcasting deals is strategically short-sighted. Rugby should not follow cricket down that path

The Guardian - UK

Spectacular New Zealand vs South Africa final is just the start of rugby’s exciting ‘new era’

The All Blacks and Springboks can combine to produce sensational rugby, yet, Harry Latham-Coyle argues, the sport is poised for an uncertain future and must capitalise on new opportunities to inject greater revenue for both the domestic and international scene to thrive

The Independent UK

Mandela, Lomu and a Rugby World Cup final that went beyond sport

On 24 June 1995, New Zealand and South Africa walked out at Ellis Park for a historic Rugby World Cup final. On Saturday in Paris they meet again

The Guardian - UK

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South Africa out to inspire new generation in World Cup final against All Blacks

The winner will be crowned the most successful nation in the tournament’s history.

The Independent UK

South Africa is the ultimate test for the All Blacks – a fixture that can create heroes

Ian Foster’s side must match the Springboks’ physicality if they are to join the All Blacks legends of the past

The Guardian - UK

RFU bans former council member for using racial slur to black volunteer

Andrew Sarek will not be allowed to attend an England match for 12 months after accepting an RFU charge but denying the words were racist

The Guardian - UK

Mike McMeeken’s move ‘out of comfort zone’ to Catalans earned England recall

The 29-year-old made the brave switch to the south of France in 2021 after six seasons with Castleford.

The Independent UK

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Lark Atkin-Davies scores four tries as England thrash Canada in WXV1

England 45-12 Canada: Jess Breach notches her 35th try in dominant Red Roses victory

The Independent UK

Topsy Ojo column: England must play for pride tonight after huge impact of Kevin Sinfield's motivation

Third-place finish at Rugby World Cup would be a fine return

Evening Standard

Déjà vu: England and Argentina reprise for third place at rugby union World Cup

England v Argentina on Friday night for the rugby union World Cup third place play-off? Such are the twists and turns of tournament life.

Radio France Internationale

Henry Arundell primed to take over from mentor Jonny May as England's speed merchant

Red Rose face Argentina tonight with glimpse to the future

Evening Standard

How Wales fared at World Cup and what the future holds for Warren Gatland’s men

Wales were revitalised in France after their Six Nations struggles.

The Independent UK

5 standout matches of the Rugby World Cup finals in France

The Independent UK

New Zealand players dominate – who makes our World Cup team of the tournament?

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

Titanic clashes, lopsided groups and future changes – 5 World Cup talking points

The World Cup in France has had plenty of thrills and spills.

The Independent UK

A closer look at Ireland’s World Cup campaign and what the future might hold

Andy Farrell’s men were unable to break new ground by winning a knockout match.

The Independent UK

How ‘the best ever Scotland team to take the field’ fared at the Rugby World Cup

Scotland were unable to progress through a formidable group.

AAP

Harris falls cheaply again as Vics hold Shield lead

Victoria hold a lead of 225 in their Sheffield Shield clash with NSW despite fringe Test opener Marcus Harris falling cheaply for the second time in the match.

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The Independent UK

Please abolish the third-place play-off: Rugby’s pointless and outdated relic

The ‘bronze final’ at a Rugby World Cup is an outdated concept that no one wants to be involved with and hopefully England and Argentina are contesting the last one on Friday evening

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow Warriors fly-half Tom Jordan on Scotland dream and incredible journey

Tom Jordan moved to Scotland with big dreams and the Glasgow Warriors fly-half is reaping the rewards.

The Independent UK

The scrum, shutting down Ardie Savea and three key areas that could decide World Cup final

One of New Zealand and South Africa will become the first team to win the men’s Rugby World Cup four times when the two sides meet in the 2023 final.

The Independent UK

Is England v Argentina on TV? Channel, time and how to watch Rugby World Cup bronze final

Everything you need to know ahead of the third place play-off

The Independent UK

England and Argentina target perfect swansong in Rugby World Cup game nobody wants to play

England and Argentina battle for bronze a week on from semi-final disappointment

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh's Luke Crosbie on swapping Stade de France for Rodney Parade

Luke Crosbite returned to Edinburgh duty at Rodney Parade after featuring for Scotland at the World Cup.

The Conversation

A red card could ruin the Rugby World Cup final – the game needs fairer, safer rulings on the field

In the 46th minute of the 2023 Rugby World Cup (RWC) pool match between contenders France and pretenders Namibia, with the rampaging Europeans ahead by a thumping 54 points to nil, the wilting Welwitschias forfeited a player to a yellow card.

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