Sensational Japan shock Ireland with World Cup upset
Hosts Japan pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Rugby World Cup history as they beat world number two-ranked Ireland 19-12 in Shizuoka to move to the top of Pool A.
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Irish Rugby
Ireland impress with emphatic win over sluggish Scotland
Ireland defied predictions of a tight contest to grab an emphatic 27-3 bonus point win over Scotland in Yokohama to get their World Cup campaign off to a flying start.
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Saracens too strong for Munster in Champions Cup
Munster suffered yet another Champions Cup semi-final loss today well beaten 32-16 by the Saracens in Coventry.
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Rory Best to retire after Rugby World Cup
Ulster and Ireland captain Rory Best has announced his decision to retire after the Ruby World Cup in Japan. The 36 year old has made 116 appearances for his country to date scoring ten tries.
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Wales hammer Ireland to complete Grand Slam
Wales have defeated Ireland to win the Six Nations Grand Slam. Gareth Anscombe kicked six penalties for Wales on route to a 25-7 win
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