Fiji beats England for first time ever at damp Twickenham
1 year, 7 months ago

Fiji beats England for first time ever at damp Twickenham

Associated Press  

LONDON — Fiji defeated England for the first time ever by producing three sensational tries from nothing and winning 30-22 in a Rugby World Cup warmup at a damp Twickenham on Saturday. “One on one, they made us look silly.” Wales, Fiji’s first opponent at the World Cup on Sept. 10 in Bordeaux, was duly warned as coach Warren Gatland was at Twickenham. England closed to 23-22 in the 68th but Fiji’s third try clinched the victory in the 72nd when dazzling wing Selesitino Ravutaumada dragged in four defenders and offloaded for replacement scrumhalf Simione Kuruvoli to score untouched. England made eight changes after a drubbing from Ireland in Dublin last weekend, starting hooker Theo Dan, scrumhalf Alex Mitchell and wing Jonny May, the favorite to replace Watson at the World Cup.

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England v France LIVE: Six Nations result and reaction as England win Twickenham thriller with last-gasp try
1 month, 3 weeks ago

England v France LIVE: Six Nations result and reaction as England win Twickenham thriller with last-gasp try

The Independent  

✕ Close England looking to minimise 'unbelievable' Dupont's impact England ended their painful losing run with a stunning 26-25 Six Nations victory over France at Twickenham as Elliot Daly’s last-gasp try punished the French for an extraordinary catalogue of handling errors. England clung on but Louis Bielle-Biarrey’s second try with five minutes to go looked to have earned the French …

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory
3 months, 1 week ago

NZ vs ENG, 3rd Test: New Zealand crushes England by 423 runs for consolation victory

The Hindu  

New Zealand crushed England by 423 runs on the fourth day of the third test in Hamilton on Tuesday to claim a consolation victory and send Tim Southee out a winner in his final match. Mitchell Santner was named Player of the Match after ripping through the England tail to give New Zealand its biggest-ever win by runs and inflict …

Ireland rookies impress as penalty-ridden Fiji dominated 52-17
4 months ago

Ireland rookies impress as penalty-ridden Fiji dominated 52-17

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Ireland’s fresh charges gave coach Andy Farrell options to ponder for the autumn rugby closer against Australia after they comfortably handled Fiji 52-17 on Saturday. On debut, Gus McCarthy deepened Ireland’s grand stock of hookers with no-look passes and a try after two crooked throw-ins in another shaky lineout, while flanker Cormac Izuchukwu stood out with a high …

Penalty-bitten Ireland defends unbeaten record against Fiji in Dublin
4 months, 1 week ago

Penalty-bitten Ireland defends unbeaten record against Fiji in Dublin

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Discipline is the over-riding issue when Ireland and Fiji meet in autumn rugby on Saturday for only the sixth time in 30 years. Two yellow cards were also conceded last week against the Pumas, raising the tally to nine in Ireland’s last nine tests. “Better discipline,” he said, and “more continuity which leads to more pressure on the …

Fiji claim historic win in Cardiff as Wales fall further into crisis
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Fiji claim historic win in Cardiff as Wales fall further into crisis

The Independent  

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Australia try in added time beats England 42-37 as Sua’ali’i makes eye-catching debut
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia try in added time beats England 42-37 as Sua’ali’i makes eye-catching debut

Associated Press  

LONDON — Australia scored a try in the fourth minute of added time to beat England 42-37 win in a classic test match featuring an eye-catching rugby debut by code-hopper Joseph Sua’ali’i at Twickenham on Saturday. He set up one try with a deft offload over a defender and showcased his supreme athleticism to vindicate Australia coach Joe Schmidt’s decision …

Warren Gatland’s side in urgent need of win – Wales v Fiji talking points
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Warren Gatland’s side in urgent need of win – Wales v Fiji talking points

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Wales desperate to end 9-test losing streak against a reinforced Fiji in Cardiff
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Wales desperate to end 9-test losing streak against a reinforced Fiji in Cardiff

Associated Press  

Wales has lost nine straight tests, dating to the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals a year ago. “We have just got to be clinical.” For Fiji’s first visit to Cardiff in three years, Gatland has welcomed back valuable experience he didn’t have in July when they lost to the Wallabies 2-0 in Australia. Ben Thomas, called the best back in Wales …

Tonga beats New Zealand in thrilling rugby league Test in Auckland to reach Pacific Cup final
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tonga beats New Zealand in thrilling rugby league Test in Auckland to reach Pacific Cup final

ABC  

Tonga has reigned supreme in one of the greatest rugby league Test matches of all time, holding on to beat New Zealand 25-24 and qualify for its first-ever tier-one final. New Zealand 24-25 Tonga New Zealand Tries: Papali'i 36', Kini 51', Crossland 59', Tapine 67' Goals: Isaako 37', 52', 60', 69' Tonga Tries: S. Katoa 3', Fonua-Blake 23', Havili 27', …

Scotland Dominates Fiji in Record-Breaking Comeback Win
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Scotland Dominates Fiji in Record-Breaking Comeback Win

Associated Press  

Scotland secured a record-breaking 57-17 victory over Fiji at Murrayfield on Saturday. Darcy Graham scored four tries, tying the Scotland all-time record, and also regained sole ownership of the national record he's held since July. He scored twice in each half in a dominant performance that saw Scotland dominate the rest of the way.

England outclass Samoa to seal series victory at Headingley
4 months, 3 weeks ago

England outclass Samoa to seal series victory at Headingley

The Independent  

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England Dominates Samoa in Rugby League Series Sweep
4 months, 3 weeks ago

England Dominates Samoa in Rugby League Series Sweep

Associated Press  

England secured a convincing 2-0 series sweep against Samoa after dominating the second test at Headingley. Tries from Herbie Farnworth and Jack Welsby were converted, while Harry Smith's penalty opened the scoring. England capitalized on Samoa's initial mistakes, scoring 20 unanswered points in the second half. The home side's defense held firm, with Junior Nsemba's late try for Samoa being …

For Australia, Tonga and the Pacific Championships, the best is still yet to come
5 months, 1 week ago

For Australia, Tonga and the Pacific Championships, the best is still yet to come

ABC  

If international rugby league is to become what it promises to be, the best must still be yet to come for both Australia, Tonga and the game itself. Australia's men's side takes down Tonga 18-0 after Jillaroos winger Julia Robinson scores a record six tries as Australia runs 17 past Papua New Guinea to kick off the Pacific Championships. Putting …

Fiji tops US to reach Pacific Nations Cup final
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Fiji tops US to reach Pacific Nations Cup final

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Fiji stretched its Pacific Nations Cup rugby defense to the final after topping the United States by a hard-fought 22-3 on Saturday. The U.S. started and finished well but wasn’t clinical, while Fiji dominated the second and third quarters to put their first meeting in 10 years beyond doubt in a humid Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium. Japan and …

Unbeaten Fiji on track for third successive Olympic rugby sevens gold by reaching semis
8 months ago

Unbeaten Fiji on track for third successive Olympic rugby sevens gold by reaching semis

Associated Press  

PARIS — Fiji stayed on track for a third successive Olympic gold medal in rugby sevens by reaching the semifinals at the Stade de France on Thursday. Host side France and Australia reached the semifinals for the first time, while South Africa, the 12th and last team to qualify only a month ago, was back in the semis for the …

France struggles in Day 1 of the Olympic rugby sevens tournament
8 months ago

France struggles in Day 1 of the Olympic rugby sevens tournament

Associated Press  

PARIS — France’s powerhouse rugby sevens team had a shaky start on Day 1 of the Paris Olympics. New Zealand 40, Japan 12 New Zealand played a physical match and scored six tries to defeat Japan in its first match of the day. New Zealand 17, South Africa 5 Thanks to two tries from Moses Leo, the All Blacks moved …

Italy wins on its first visit to Tonga to end drought in South Pacific islands
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Italy wins on its first visit to Tonga to end drought in South Pacific islands

Associated Press  

NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga — Italy finally won a rugby test in the South Pacific islands when it beat Tonga 36-14 on its first visit to Nuku’alofa on Friday. The Italians were able to move the ball wider than they did in the loss to Samoa a week ago, and their pressure and scrum earned them five tries to two against a …

New Zealand beats England 16-15 in 1st test of the Scott Robertson era
8 months, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand beats England 16-15 in 1st test of the Scott Robertson era

Associated Press  

DUNEDIN, New Zealand — New Zealand clung on to a one-point lead for 15 minutes and beat England 16-15 in a gripping first test Saturday to make a winning start to a new era under head coach Scott Robertson. All Blacks captain Scott Barrett called the match a “tough arm wrestle” and said New Zealand was fortunate to pin England …

England to face World Cup conquerors Samoa in two-Test series this autumn
9 months, 2 weeks ago

England to face World Cup conquerors Samoa in two-Test series this autumn

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Fiji, Argentina look back to their best in Madrid Sevens while NZ women stunned by Canada
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Fiji, Argentina look back to their best in Madrid Sevens while NZ women stunned by Canada

Associated Press  

MADRID — Fiji reached its first semifinals in the sevens rugby world series since January in the Madrid grand final on Saturday. Fiji will face Antoine Dupont’s France on Sunday and series leader Argentina will play defending series champion New Zealand. In extra time, Ireland never touched the ball and New Zealand’s Regan Ware scored the 22-17 winning try and …

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams
1 year, 1 month ago

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams

Hindustan Times  

LONDON — England has it. England and Wales — both rebuilding following the Rugby World Cup in the autumn — believe they grabbed enough momentum from their opening matches to be a threat when they meet on Saturday at Twickenham. In contrast, England named an unchanged side for the first time since the 2019 World Cup final. There has been …

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams
1 year, 1 month ago

England and Wales face off at Twickenham with rebuilding teams

Associated Press  

LONDON — England has it. England and Wales — both rebuilding following the Rugby World Cup in the autumn — believe they grabbed enough momentum from their opening matches to be a threat when they meet on Saturday at Twickenham. In contrast, England named an unchanged side for the first time since the 2019 World Cup final. There has been …

Matty Ashton at the double as England seal series win over Tonga
1 year, 5 months ago

Matty Ashton at the double as England seal series win over Tonga

The Independent  

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Rugby World Cup: England hold on to edge Argentina in third place playoff
1 year, 5 months ago

Rugby World Cup: England hold on to edge Argentina in third place playoff

Firstpost  

England finish third in the Rugby World Cup for the first time, with champions South Africa facing New Zealand in Saturday’s final Captain Owen Farrell kicked 16 points for England as they clung on to beat Argentina 26-23 on Friday to claim third place in the Rugby World Cup. Farrell’s contribution helped 2003 winners England finish third in the tournament …

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand into final after outclassing Argentina
1 year, 5 months ago

Rugby World Cup: New Zealand into final after outclassing Argentina

Firstpost  

The result at a rainy Stade de France saw the All Blacks become the first team to reach the final of a World Cup on five occasions. Will Jordan scored a hat-trick of tries as New Zealand outclassed Argentina 44-6 on Friday to set up a Rugby World Cup final against the winner of the second semi-final between England and …

New Zealand crush Argentina to reach record fifth Rugby World Cup final
1 year, 5 months ago

New Zealand crush Argentina to reach record fifth Rugby World Cup final

Al Jazeera  

The 44-6 rout of Argentina sends the All Blacks into the final, where they will play either defending champions South Africa or England. New Zealand started the Rugby World Cup with a defeat to hosts France and a backlash of criticism, but now the All Blacks stand one victory away from a history-making fourth title. It feels like we’ve built …

England vs Fiji LIVE stream: Rugby World Cup 2023 result and reaction after thrilling finish to quarter-final
1 year, 5 months ago

England vs Fiji LIVE stream: Rugby World Cup 2023 result and reaction after thrilling finish to quarter-final

The Independent  

✕ Close Rugby World Cup: Prince William says he won’t let Wales’ Dan Biggar retire England are through to the Rugby World Cup semi-finals after surviving a late Fiji comeback in Marseille. Owen Farrell kicked the vital points required to steer Steve Borthwikck’s side through to a final four clash against either hosts France or defending champions South Africa, but …

England vs Fiji: Stopping Fiji’s ‘Demolition Man’ and the keys to Rugby World Cup quarter-final
1 year, 5 months ago

England vs Fiji: Stopping Fiji’s ‘Demolition Man’ and the keys to Rugby World Cup quarter-final

The Independent  

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Fiji suffer injury blow as team confirmed for Rugby World Cup quarter-final against England
1 year, 5 months ago

Fiji suffer injury blow as team confirmed for Rugby World Cup quarter-final against England

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4 memorable encounters between England and Fiji ahead of World Cup quarter-final
1 year, 5 months ago

4 memorable encounters between England and Fiji ahead of World Cup quarter-final

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Ollie Chessum warns Fiji they did not face the true England at Twickenham
1 year, 5 months ago

Ollie Chessum warns Fiji they did not face the true England at Twickenham

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Fiji beaten by Portugal in Rugby World Cup boilover, Wallabies exit tournament
1 year, 5 months ago

Fiji beaten by Portugal in Rugby World Cup boilover, Wallabies exit tournament

ABC  

Portugal has secured a famous 24-23 Rugby World Cup victory over Fiji, but it was not enough to save the Wallabies, who have crashed out of the tournament. And although Os Lobos completed the first part of that bargain, their narrow victory still handed Fiji the losing bonus point they needed to scrape into the quarterfinals for the third time …

Rugby World Cup 2023 LIVE: England v Samoa result and final score as late Danny Care try prevents upset
1 year, 5 months ago

Rugby World Cup 2023 LIVE: England v Samoa result and final score as late Danny Care try prevents upset

The Independent  

✕ Close France on 'serene' win over Italy in Rugby World Cup Danny Care scored the winning try seven minutes from time to spare England’s blushes and complete a 18-17 victory over superb Samoa in their Rugby World Cup Pool D clash on Saturday. England lost 30-22 to Fiji in a warm-up fixture ahead of the World Cup and may …

England v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction from Cricket World Cup 2023 opener as Kiwis win by nine wickets
1 year, 5 months ago

England v New Zealand LIVE: Result and reaction from Cricket World Cup 2023 opener as Kiwis win by nine wickets

The Independent  

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Rugby World Cup LIVE: England v Japan result and reaction as Joe Marler’s head assists comical try
1 year, 6 months ago

Rugby World Cup LIVE: England v Japan result and reaction as Joe Marler’s head assists comical try

The Independent  

England toiled at times but profited from a bizarre second-half try to defeat Japan 34-12 at the Stade de Nice and earn a bonus point in an unimpressive display that nonetheless leaves them in control of their Rugby World Cup Pool D. With the game poised at 13-12, England captain Courtney Lawes cantered in for a try as the Japanese …

Fiji vs Australia result: Brilliant Fiji blow Rugby World Cup wide open with first win over Australia for 69 years
1 year, 6 months ago

Fiji vs Australia result: Brilliant Fiji blow Rugby World Cup wide open with first win over Australia for 69 years

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Fiji beats Australia for the first time in 69 years at Rugby World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Fiji beats Australia for the first time in 69 years at Rugby World Cup

Associated Press  

SAINT-ETIENNE, France — Tears of despair one week. Fiji defeated Australia 22-15 for the first time in 69 years and sent a jolt of euphoria through the Rugby World Cup on Sunday. Fiji came to the Rugby World Cup ranked higher than pool rivals Australia and Wales, and would have beaten Wales last weekend with even an ounce of luck. …

Fiji shock Australia in biggest upset of 2023 Rugby World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Fiji shock Australia in biggest upset of 2023 Rugby World Cup

The Telegraph  

The Wallabies meanwhile are absolutely desperate. Having only defeated Georgia this year they now have to beat Wales in Lyon to have a hope of avoiding the shame of becoming the first Australia side to miss the knockout stages, which in turn could put Wales’ place in the quarter-finals in jeopardy. But the way Australia failed to convert their brief …

Warren Gatland hails Wales World Cup win over Fiji despite ‘anger’ over finale
1 year, 6 months ago

Warren Gatland hails Wales World Cup win over Fiji despite ‘anger’ over finale

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Referee controversy and Wales brilliance denies Fiji in Rugby World Cup thriller
1 year, 6 months ago

Referee controversy and Wales brilliance denies Fiji in Rugby World Cup thriller

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Wales barely holds off Fiji to win in another classic Rugby World Cup meeting
1 year, 6 months ago

Wales barely holds off Fiji to win in another classic Rugby World Cup meeting

Associated Press  

BORDEAUX, France — The tryline was right there in front of Semi Radradra. Alas, the center spilled the ball, Wales players heaved a huge sigh of relief and they celebrated a breathless 32-26 win in the latest instalment of the teams’ gripping World Cup rivalry on Sunday. Fiji came strong at the end, but I’m really thrilled for this group …

France achieves statement win over New Zealand in Rugby World Cup opener
1 year, 6 months ago

France achieves statement win over New Zealand in Rugby World Cup opener

Associated Press  

PARIS — France’s players embarked on a lap of honor at Stade de France after ending New Zealand’s unbeaten run in the Rugby World Cup pool stage by 27-13 on Friday. “We’ve ticked a box.” France’s second straight victory against New Zealand at Stade de France, two years apart, also inflicted a second straight defeat on the All Blacks in …

Science beats magic as Australia outpoint Samoa in Rugby League World Cup final
2 years, 4 months ago

Science beats magic as Australia outpoint Samoa in Rugby League World Cup final

ABC  

It was a battle between science and magic at Old Trafford and in the end, hard facts won the day over destiny. There was plenty of passion on display from the Kangaroos, not just Samoa, in the Rugby League World Cup final. It's the first try against Australia in a World Cup final since 2008 and that means something. Brian …

Samoa's historic win over England in Rugby League World Cup semi-final prompts street parties across the globe
2 years, 4 months ago

Samoa's historic win over England in Rugby League World Cup semi-final prompts street parties across the globe

ABC  

It started in Apia before the roosters crowed. Samoa shocked the world when it defeated host nation England 27-26 at the Rugby League World Cup. Samoa is the first Pacific country to make the final at the Rugby League World Cup. Loading YouTube content Samoa's run to final breaks tradition Joseph Sua'ali'i was tipped to start for Australia, but was …

Samoa see off Tonga to set up World Cup revenge mission against England
2 years, 4 months ago

Samoa see off Tonga to set up World Cup revenge mission against England

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After sneaking past Papua New Guinea, Tonga can't afford another misstep if they're to shake the Rugby League World Cup
2 years, 5 months ago

After sneaking past Papua New Guinea, Tonga can't afford another misstep if they're to shake the Rugby League World Cup

ABC  

In the last World Cup, Tonga was a giant-slayer. Only a fool would take Papua New Guinea lightly – the Kumuls players like to say their jersey is their second skin, and they play with a passion and intensity to make you believe it – but Tonga wasn't supposed to need a miracle try to win. Tonga on the board …

Holders Australia overcome early scare to thrash Fiji in World Cup opener
2 years, 5 months ago

Holders Australia overcome early scare to thrash Fiji in World Cup opener

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England storm to win over fancied Samoa in Rugby League World Cup opener
2 years, 5 months ago

England storm to win over fancied Samoa in Rugby League World Cup opener

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England start Women’s Rugby World Cup with record-breaking win over Fiji
2 years, 5 months ago

England start Women’s Rugby World Cup with record-breaking win over Fiji

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