rugby world cup 2011

Wales head coach Warren Gatland was critical of his side’s kicking display after they slumped to a 18-21 defeat by Australia to finish fourth at…

Skipper Sam Warburton insists past results between Wales and France will have no bearing on the outcome of Saturday’s crunch World Cup semi-final. Warburton, 23,…

Wales wing Shane Williams hailed a “massive” performance against Ireland as Warren Gatland’s men booked their place in next Saturday’s World Cup semi-finals. Williams, Mike…

Wales booked their place in the World Cup semi-finals with a stunning performance against Ireland on Saturday in Wellignton. Shane Williams, Mike Phillips and Jonathan…

Ireland’s Jamie Heaslip is expecting a bruising encounter against Wales in their World Cup quarter-final on Saturday. The Leinster No8 feels the clash will be…

Brian O’Driscoll hailed a clinical performance after Ireland booked their place in the World Cup quarter-finals with a resounding victory over Italy. The Ireland captain…

Ireland head coach Declan Kidney was delighted with his side’s assured performance after they cruised past Russia at Rotorua International Stadium on Sunday. Kidney’s men…

Ireland skipper Leo Cullen has urged his players to build on last weekend’s stunning victory over Australia with a similarly impressive win against Russia on…

Wales head coach Warren Gatland hailed the “great character” of his side after they overcame Samoa in Pool D in Hamilton on Sunday. Six points…

Captain Brian O’Driscoll admitted Ireland must improve after his side struggled to victory over the USA in their Rugby World Cup opener on Sunday. Ireland…

Scotland captain Alastair Kellock admitted his disappointment with his side’s opening World Cup performance, despite their 34-24 victory over Romania in Invercargill. Kellock’s team were…