Rugby World Cup Results 2015: Wednesday Scores, Latest Group Tables, Fixtures

Scotland made a dream start to their Rugby World Cup 2015 campaign on Wednesday after claiming a 45-10 win over Pool B rivals Japan at Kingsholm in Gloucester, England, with a bonus point to boot. Australia took the upper hand in their efforts to make it out of the Pool of Death later on Wednesday evening, getting their tournament underway with a 28-13 win over Fiji. Romania also got their competition up and running later in the day but were outclassed by a France team that triumphed 38-11 at the Olympic Stadium and claimed their first bonus-point victory in the process.     France... 

Rugby World Cup Groups 2015: Biggest Concerns for Pool C Teams After Openers

Pool C almost produced two significant shocks during the first weekend of the 2015 Rugby World Cup. With that in mind, what shape are New Zealand in to become the first nation to retain the Webb Ellis Cup? And did Argentina throw away a golden opportunity? As for the other three teams, how can Georgia keep up their momentum, how must Namibia be feeling and what now for Tonga? Here, Bleacher Report analyses the consequences of an extraordinary start to Pool C. Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Australia vs. Fiji: Preview, Live Stream, TV Info for Rugby World Cup 2015 Game

Week 2 of the Rugby World Cup 2015 begins with a bang as Australia finally get their tournament underway against the considerable threat of Pool A dark horses Fiji on Wednesday. Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium plays host to the southern-hemisphere pair in what will be their 20th meeting, with Fiji having won just two of the previous 19 encounters and the most recent of those having taken place 61 years ago. The Wallabies will hope to replicate the spirit their side captured during the 2011 Rugby World Cup pool stage, where they defeated Fiji in a 55-12 blowout, but Wednesday’s matchup... 

Rugby World Cup Fixtures 2015: Full Schedule, Live Stream and Viewing Details

It barely took 24 hours for Rugby World Cup 2015 to show why it’s lauded as one of the biggest sporting events in the world, with the Week 1 schedule giving fans worldwide no small amount of drama. Contenders England, New Zealand and Ireland all got off to winning starts, while South Africa’s surprise defeat to upstarts Japan stood out as one of the biggest shocks in the competition’s history. After a short respite, the World Cup gets back underway with a loaded Week 2 ahead, and we provide all the necessary viewing details, along with a look at some of the most enticing clashes... 

Rugby World Cup 2015: Power Ranking Teams After Week 1

Power is temporary and the opening weekend of the 2015 Rugby World Cup has already seen one of the game’s titans tumble down our list, while a less-fancied nation took giant steps in the opposite direction. Japan are the biggest movers in our power ranking following a stunning win over South Africa on Saturday, while New Zealand, Ireland and England made solid starts to their campaigns. Not every team has yet been in World Cup action, but our form-based pecking order nonetheless takes each team’s recent results and strengths into account to get an idea of who’s performing to their... 

Rugby World Cup Groups 2015: Biggest Concerns for Pool D Teams After Openers

Pool D’s heavyweights, France and Ireland played well against Italy and Canada, respectively, without really finding their rhythm. What is more, injuries are becoming an ever-increasing concern for fans and coaches, and both France and Italy suffered setbacks at the weekend. Ireland were sloppy at times and Canada’s priority must be their defensive philosophy. Romania have yet to kick off their campaign, so here are the five biggest concerns for the teams in Pool D. Begin Slideshow  Read More →

Rugby World Cup Groups 2015: Biggest Concerns for Pool B Teams After Openers

After the shock of the tournament against South Africa, what concerns could Japan possibly have going into round two? More than one, that’s for sure. Not as many as the Springboks, though, who were criminal at the breakdown and in their game management. Scotland and Samoa will have to deal with the consequences of that extraordinary shock in Brighton as they face a fired-up Japan and the dejected Springboks respectively. As for the USA, despite promising signs against Samoa, they need to drastically reduce their error count. Here, Bleacher Report takes you through the five biggest concerns... 

Rugby World Cup Fixtures 2015: Top Storylines for Week 2 Matches

As we await next installment of pool matches in the 2015 Rugby World Cup, we are already anticipating what the next big shock might be. With Japan having pulled off the seemingly impossible against South Africa, there are a couple more David vs. Goliath contests approaching with the potential to match or surpass that feat. But before we begin to wonder whether Namibia, without a win in their World Cup history, can topple the All Blacks, or whether Romania, once regular wreckers of lofty rugby reputations, can fell the French, there is much else to savour in the coming round of matches. Here are... 

Prince William Rooting for Wales to Beat England at Rugby World Cup

Prince William has attracted controversy by revealing he will be supporting Wales when they take on England at Twickenham on Saturday. In his defence, he is the vice patron of the Welsh Rugby Union. “I wish you all the best of luck and I look forward to supporting you every step of the way. Cymru am byth! (Forever Wales!)” William told the squad at their Rugby World Cup 2015 welcome ceremony in London. “Unfortunately, I will be watching you with my brother, so I will need a Wales win more than ever!” the Duke of Cambridge revealed in reference to Harry, who is honorary President... 

Rugby World Cup 2015: Updated Schedule and Standings After Opening Results

Japan’s 34-32 Rugby World Cup win over South Africa ranks as one of rugby’s greatest all-time upsets, if not one of the greatest David vs. Goliath moments in all of sport. The Japanese are in fact the next team to feature at the tournament when they take on Scotland in the latter’s opening match on Wednesday. Another standout fixture is Saturday’s clash between England and Wales at Twickenham, London. Here are the upcoming fixtures and the current standings after the opening weekend’s memorable action:   Preview In 2004, Scotland recorded their biggest-ever win... 

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