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Rugby World Cup power rankings: Which nations move up as tournament continues?

How has the second weekend of fixtures affected our rankings?

The Independent UK

‘A massive threat’: Crowley says Italy braced for battle against Uruguay

The Italy head coach, Kieran Crowley, believes Uruguay will pose a ‘massive’ threat” when the sides meet at Stade de Nice

The Guardian - UK

Danny Cipriani interview: ‘Rugby is led in fear ... it will become a niche sport without changes’

Danny Cipriani reflects on rugby’s “fear-based coaching” and worries that the sport he loves will be a niche offering in next to no time without bold changes.

Evening Standard

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On this day in 2015: Japan stun South Africa at Rugby World Cup

Karne Hesketh’s 84th-minute try sealed a staggering victory.

The Independent UK

Taulupe Faletau: Belief and confidence key for Wales at World Cup

Wales number eight set for key role in Wallabies showdown.

The Independent UK

Why are England kicking so much at the Rugby World Cup?

England’s kick pressure strategy may be unpopular with some supporters but appears to be here to stay

The Independent UK

England netball star Chelsea Pitman announces international retirement

Pitman won 52 caps for the Vitality Roses.

The Independent UK

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Rugby World Cup 2023: Ben Earl, Johnny Sexton and Josua Tuisova feature in Team of the Weekend

Festival of rugby continues in France

Evening Standard

Bryan Easson names Scotland squad for WXV2 tournament

He has named three uncapped players in the squad.

The National (Scotland)

Conor Murray: Ireland squad in ‘unbelievable nick’ ahead of South Africa clash

Ireland launched their World Cup campaign with bonus-point successes over Romania and Tonga.

The Independent UK

Eddie Jones says Australia ‘under the pump’ heading into crunch Wales showdown

The Wallabies suffered a shock 22-15 defeat to Fiji at the weekend.

The Independent UK

Far from faultless but England do the business in bonus-point win over Japan

After all the pre-tournament angst, England are almost there.

The National (Scotland)

Rob Herring says family all supporting Ireland against native South Africa

Herring’s mother and two of his three sisters have travelled from Cape Town for the tournament.

The Independent UK

It’s all kicking off: does winning an on-pitch fight help a team achieve victory?

Results from academic studies suggest psychological momentum gained from winning a collision may not actually deliver the expected momentum boost

The Guardian - UK

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The Guardian - AU

Joy erupts in Fiji after historic Rugby World Cup win against Australia

Excitement spreads across rugby-loving Pacific nation after the surprise victory against the Wallabies

Radio France Internationale

France launches massive police operation for week of high-profile events

France is mobilising thousands of police officers from Monday as it prepares for several high-level events this week, including a royal visit from Britain's King Charles III and the Pope's trip to Marseille, as well as the ongoing Rugby World Cup.

Evening Standard

Joe Marler ‘practised’ headers before assist for bizarre try in England win over Japan

The prop provided an inadvertent assist for Courtney Lawes’ important score in the Rugby World Cup clash in Nice

The Guardian - UK

England really answered only one question: can they kick it? Oh God, yes

After the euphoria of the win over Argentina, this was a reminder of how far Steve Borthwick’s side have to go

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The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick defiant after England beat Japan and promises better to come

The England head coach Steve Borthwick said: ‘We’re seeing strides in fundamental aspects,’ while Ben Earl added they are ‘growing and improving’

Evening Standard

England vs Japan player ratings: Ben Earl dominant as returning Billy Vunipola delivers smart cameo

England made it two wins from two at the Rugby World Cup by seeing off Japan on Sunday evening.

Radio France Internationale

England muddle past Japan at rugby World Cup

England edged closer to the last eight at the rugby union World Cup on Sunday night following a 34-12 victory over Japan at the Allianz Riviera in Nice.

Evening Standard

England 34-12 Japan: Steve Borthwick’s side on course for Rugby World Cup quarter-finals but work to do

Four tries eventually break down the Brave Blossoms to stay perfect in Pool D but it was a mostly scrappy display in Nice

The Guardian - UK

England 34-12 Japan: player ratings from the Rugby World Cup

Ben Earl impressed again for England but few in the backline were able to shine against a determined Japan side

The Independent UK

England battle to bonus-point victory in messy display against Japan

Lewis Ludlam, Courtney Lawes, Freddie Steward and Joe Marchant all touched down as England eventually saw off their enterprising opponents in Nice.

The Guardian - UK

England use lucky break to beat Japan but bonus-point win marred by boos

Joe Marler inadvertently headed the ball, leading to Courtney Lawes scoring a try that broke Japan’s resistance as England won 34-12

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