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2023 RUGBY WORLD CUP

Japan center Ryoto Nakamura (left) breaks through to score the team's fifth try during its 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool D opener against Chile in Toulouse, France, on Sunday.
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Sep 10, 2023
Japan opens Rugby World Cup campaign with bonus-point win over Chile
The South American debutant put on a strong showing, but was undone by errors and eventually overwhelmed by the 2019 quarterfinalist.
Georgia players form a guard of honor for the victorious Wallabies following their 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool C match outside Paris on Saturday.
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Sep 10, 2023
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones upbeat after World Cup-opening win
The former England and Japan coach successfully is riding high after his Australia team opened its campaign by defeating Georgia.
Brave Blossoms captain Kazuki Himeno trains away from his teammates ahead of the team's Rugby World Cup opener against Chile in Toulouse, France, on Saturday.
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Sep 10, 2023
Leg injury puts Kazuki Himeno in doubt for World Cup opener
Amanaki Saumaki is considered ready to fill in for Japan's captain against Rugby World Cup debutant Chile in Toulouse.
England flyhalf George Ford kicks a penalty during a 2023 Rugby World Cup Pool D match against Argentina in Marseille, France, on Saturday.
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Sep 10, 2023
Fantastic George Ford kicks 14-man England to win over Argentina
The flyhalf scored all the points, including a record-equaling three drop goals in a 10-minute first-half blitz that seemed to sap Argentina's spirit.
The All Blacks perform the haka in front of Scotland before their match in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Nov. 13, 2022.
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Sep 7, 2023
All Blacks prepared to unleash haka at Rugby World Cup
The haka is a fierce war dance that was originally used to prepare Maori warriors for battle and has since been adopted by the All Blacks.
Japan flanker Kazuki Himeno takes part in a training session in Toulouse, France, on Tuesday, ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
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Sep 6, 2023
Japan will not take 'gritty' Chile for granted at World Cup
Chile will be making its Rugby World Cup debut on Sunday when the side runs out against Japan, the hosts of the 2019 edition.
Chilean national rugby team players pose for a photograph with supporters during the team's welcoming ceremony at the convention centre in Perros-Guirec, France, on Sunday, ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
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Sep 5, 2023
First-timers Chile not at Rugby World Cup 'to take photos'
At number 22, Los Condore are the lowest ranked side in the tournament.
England's Owen Farrell takes part in training at Twickenham Stadium in London on Aug. 25, ahead of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
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Sep 5, 2023
England captain Farrell rues mistake that led to World Cup ban
England captain Owen Farrell said he has accepted the "mistake" that will see him miss the start of the World Cup campaign, but remains excited for the tournament despite his side's dreadful form.
Japan's Michael Leitch attempts to break free during a match against Italy in Treviso, Italy, on Aug. 26.
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Sep 4, 2023
Japan's veterans prepare to scale Everest again at Rugby World Cup
The Brave Blossoms will start their World Cup campaign against Chile in Toulouse, France, on Sept. 10.
Kotaro Matsushima is set to appear in his third Rugby World Cup with the Brave Blossoms.
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Sep 3, 2023
'Ferrari' Kotaro Matsushima looking to drive Japan to World Cup glory
Matsushima was one of the stars of the tournament four years ago, scoring five tries as Japan stunned Ireland and Scotland.
South Africa's Siya Kolisi takes selfies with fans after a practice session in Corsica on Aug. 29.
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Sep 1, 2023
Springbok icon Siya Kolisi defies odds to return in time for World Cup
Siya Kolisi rose from a hungry and impoverished childhood to become 'an international rugby icon.'
Japan center Dylan Riley (left) escapes from Italy's center Luca Morisi during a match on Aug. 26.
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Aug 31, 2023
Japan ready to shake off COVID-19 legacy at Rugby World Cup
The Brave Blossoms beat Ireland and Scotland to reach the quarterfinals for the first time four years ago, sparking rugby-mania across the nation.
France's scrum-half Antoine Dupont warms up ahead of a match between France and Australia near Paris on Sunday.
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Aug 30, 2023
Now or never for favorites France as Rugby World Cup hosts
France might be below Ireland and the Springboks in the world rankings but they have seldom been in such good form before a Rugby World Cup.
New Zealand coach Ian Foster is not concerned about former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen helping Australia prepare for the Rugby World Cup.
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Aug 24, 2023
All Blacks coach Ian Foster has no issues with Steve Hansen helping Australia
New Zealand head coach Ian Foster insisted Wednesday he had known for a month that predecessor Steve Hansen had agreed to help rival Australia prepare for the Rugby World Cup.
New Zealand's Dane Coles celebrates after winning a Bledisloe Cup test match against Australia at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, on Aug. 5.
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Aug 22, 2023
All Blacks star 'gobsmacked' by former coach assisting Australia
Former New Zealand coach Steve Hansen is helping rivals Australia prepare for the Rugby World Cup, it was revealed this week.
England captain Owen Farrell runs during training in Bagshot, England, on July 31.
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Aug 18, 2023
World Rugby decision puts Owen Farrell's World Cup status in doubt
World Rugby said it appealing the decision to overturn the red card Farrell was given for tackle during England's game against Wales.
South Africa's Siya Kolisi is set to make his return on Saturday against Wales.
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Aug 17, 2023
Springboks elated to have captain Siya Kolisi back ahead of World Cup
Kolisi suffered a serious knee injury in April that cast doubt over his availability for the upcoming Rugby World Cup.
Owen Farrell will now be available for England's World Cup warmup fixtures against Ireland on Saturday and Fiji on Aug. 26.
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Aug 16, 2023
England captain Owen Farrell cleared for RWC after red card rescinded
The skipper was facing a potential six-week ban that would have ruled him out of the start of next month's tournament in France.
Wales coach Warren Gatland (right) says Taulupe Faletau (not pictured) is not feeling any discomfort in his calf.
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Aug 11, 2023
Wales coach Warren Gatland expects Taulupe Faletau to play at World Cup
Wales coach Warren Gatland is "pretty confident" key backrow forward Taulupe Faletau will be fit to take his place in the squad for next month's Rugby World Cup in France.

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