Johnny Watterson

Ireland and Munster outhalf came off the bench and kicked three points under pressure to extend Ireland’s narrow lead in their Rugby World Cup win over South Africa. Further adventures lies ahead

Ireland v South Africa at the Rugby World Cup: Irish forward has played flanker and lock and is currently among Ireland’s highest try scorers

Ireland’s lineout failed and the Springbok’s place-kicking badly let them down

Ireland v South Africa: Bravery, commitment and poise at the heart of Ireland’s win over the Springboks

Ireland v South Africa: James Lowe sees in the Springboks pretty much what everyone else does: physical strength, blazing line speed and an intention to play the game in a certain way

At the scene of one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in Europe this century, there is little reminder of what happened on Bastille Day 2016. Why is that?

The polished Ireland outside centre is always one of coach Andy Farrell’s first picks

Supporters have helped extend the summer season on the Côte d’Azur but only when the sun shines

Springbok coach singles out Sexton as a pivotal presence within the Ireland set-up

Former Springbok Victor Matfield made references to Erasmus coming to Ireland sparking speculation

After a sloppy start, Japan take an early lead in the Pool D match, but England finally get the job done with four tries

Hansen’s cutting edge is up with the World Cup’s best - Minister makes beer run - Ireland’s bench keep press on - Springboks of surprises - That’s entertainment

The former Ireland international is aiming to win his second Rugby World Cup with the Springboks - before joining England

It was clear from his reaction that the record meant a lot to Ireland’s captain, and it is good that any distraction it might cause is now put to bed

Rugby World Cup: While Toulon is a city steeped in rugby lore, in Nice divas and movie stars of 70 years ago have permanence and agency