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Ireland prepare for Scotland in Yokohama. Photograph: Kazuhiro Nogi/AFP/Getty

Rugby World Cup - Ireland v Scotland: Irish kick-off time, TV channels and more

International
Patrick Madden
September 20, 2019, 14:20

All you need to know as Joe Schmidt’s side begin their 2019 campaign in Yokohama

Kotaro Matsushima scores his third try and Japan’s fourth against Russia. Photograph: Ashley Western/PA

Kotaro Matsushima’s electric hat-trick sees Japan past game Russia

International
Robert Kitson
September 20, 2019, 14:19

Hosts slow out of the blocks in Tokyo but pull away to start home tournament with a bang

Ireland’s James Ryan in action against Wales in February 2018 at the Aviva. Gordon D’Arcy, Fiona Coghlan and John O’Sullivan view him as the top northern hemisphere player of the tournament. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty Images

Rugby World Cup: Ex-players, coaches and our pundits share their predictions

International
September 20, 2019, 12:00

How far can Ireland go, who are the likely winners, and the players set to light up Japan

New Zealand captain Richie McCaw holding the Webb Ellis Cup in 2011. Photograph: Photosport

Gerry Thornley: Memories of covering six Rugby World Cups

Rugby
Gerry Thornley
September 20, 2019, 10:00

With the vagaries of a knock-out format for the final eight, the best team does not necessarily win

Stuart Hogg starts for Scotland against Ireland on Sunday. Photograph: Kazuhiro Nogi/AFP/Getty

Rugby World Cup: Gregor Townsend names Scotland XV for Ireland

International
September 20, 2019, 09:59

Stuart McInally captains the Scots with Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg starting on Sunday

Joe Schmidt has named his starting XV for Ireland’s RWC opener against Scotland. Photograph: Charly Triballeau/AFP/Getty

Joe Schmidt: continuity the key behind Ireland XV for Scotland clash

International
Gavin Cummiskey
September 20, 2019, 08:09

Ireland coach gives positive fitness reports on the absent Carbery, Kearney and Earls

Referee Nigel Owens holds the whistle that will be used in the opening Rugby World Cup match, alongside the Webb Ellis Cup. Photograph: Charly Triballeau/AFP/Getty

The 2019 Rugby World Cup begins, Schmidt names Ireland XV for Scotland

International
Patrick Madden
September 20, 2019, 07:35

Morning Sports Briefing: Keep ahead of the game with ‘The Irish Times’ sports team

Japan player Yu Tamura in training ahead of the opening game of the Rugby World Cup against Russia at Tokyo Stadium. Photograph: Stu Forster/Getty Images

Rugby World Cup: The stage is set for the Brave Blossoms to deliver

International
Keith Duggan
September 20, 2019, 07:31

The task of the Russians is to spoil the mood of World Cup opening night in Tokyo

Ireland’s Jordan Larmour will start in the opening Rugby World Cup Pool A match against Scotland. Photo: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Rugby World Cup: Conway and Larmour named in Ireland side for Scotland clash

International
Gerry Thornley
September 20, 2019, 07:06

Schmidt rearranges back three for Yokohama opener as Rob Kearney and Earls ruled out

Owen Farrell will start inside George Ford in England’s opening clash with Tonga on Sunday. Photograph: Mark R Cristino/AFP/Getty

Rugby World Cup: England at full strength for Tonga opener

International
Gerard Meagher
September 20, 2019, 06:22

Eddie Jones names captain Owen Farrell at inside centre with George Ford at outhalf

Against Wales, the Irish defence was rarely broken with Bundee Aki leading the way. Photograph: Charly Triballeau/AFP/Getty Images

Liam Toland: Evolving player base and gameplan key to Ireland’s success

International
Liam Toland
September 20, 2019, 06:00

Rugby World Cup timetable puts Ireland in strong position for quarter-final showdown

Munster head coach Johann van Graan is looking forward to South Africa’s opening Rugby World Cup game against New Zealand on Saturday. Photograph: Tommy Dickson/Inpho

Rugby World Cup: Johann van Graan praises ‘man of integrity’ Felix Jones

International
Johnny Watterson
September 20, 2019, 01:00

‘He got an opportunity to go to a World Cup and he has grabbed it with both hands’

Dan Van Zyl runs the Rugby Academy Ireland along with fellow South African Johan Taylor. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Ireland’s private rugby academy finds market for €17k course

Rugby
Gavin Cummiskey
September 19, 2019, 18:22

Kildare-based venture offers aspiring rugby professionals a nine-month residential course

Beauden Barrett in action against South Africa during the Rugby Championship. Photograph: Hagen Hopkins/Getty

Rugby World Cup: Finally, it's here - the most open tournament begins

International
Gerry Thornley
September 19, 2019, 17:00

Gerry Thornley’s preview: All Blacks remain the team to beat but they’re not invincible

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International
September 19, 2019, 11:36

Gerry Thornley and Gavin Cummiskey are on the line from Japan ahead of the kick-off

Ireland’s CJ Stander during training ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Photo: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Rugby World Cup: CJ Stander says rugby needs to rid itself of doping

International
Gavin Cummiskey
September 19, 2019, 10:18

South African-born player says he didn’t see much of it during his time in native country

TJ Perenara leads the New Zealand haka before the game against Ireland at the Aviva Stadium last November. Photograph: Billy Stickland/Inpho

All Blacks keep New Zealand pulsing on the map of the world

Rugby
Keith Duggan
September 19, 2019, 07:00

Hansen’s men are favourites to retain the Webb Ellis trophy for the third successive time

Japan’s Honami Maeda crosses the line to win the women’s race of the Marathon Grand Championship in Tokyo on September 15th. Photograph: Charly Triballeau/AFP/Getty Images

Sonia O’Sullivan: Mental and emotional forces the test in Japan

International
Sonia O'Sullivan
September 19, 2019, 06:30

Ability to believe in yourself and your preparation is key to delivering performance

Beauden Barrett during a training session ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup Pool B meeting with South Africa. Photo; Getty Images

Steve Hansen accuses Rassie Erasmus of pressuring referees

International
September 19, 2019, 06:14

All Black coach hit out at Springbok counterpart as he named team for opening clash

Commuters walking past posters advertising the Rugby World Cup in the Tokyo district of Aoyama. Photograph: Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty Images

Gerry Thornley in Japan: How many journalists does it take to get the train to Tokyo?

International
Gerry Thornley
September 19, 2019, 05:00

Japan seems uber-efficient and productive, yet it’s safe, and personal space is not invaded

Jerry Flannery pictured with Rassie Erasmus during his time as Munster director of rugby. Photograph: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Rugby World Cup: Flannery a big fan of South African coaching ticket

Rugby
John O'Sullivan
September 19, 2019, 01:01

Ireland could face the Springboks in a World Cup quarter-final

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