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From bad to worse for England as they lose Anthony Watson for RWC

England's troubled lead-up to the 2023 Rugby World Cup continued when flyer Anthony Watson was ruled out of the tournament due to injury.

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Ireland overpower England as Billy Vunipola sees red

England suffered a 29-10 defeat at the hands of Ireland, as their World Cup preparations hit another snag, after Billy Vunipola was shown a red card.

Owen Farrell

Pacific Island players slam Owen Farrell verdict after hefty ban for Moala

Pacific Island players have furiously reacted to Owen Farrell's red card being rescinded after George Moala was handed a hefty ban for his sending-off.

Owen Farrell

World Rugby urged to intervene after Owen Farrell’s red card was overturned

In the fallout following the overturning of Owen Farrell's red card against Wales, World Rugby has come under pressure to act.

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Farrell waits to learn fate following sending off against Wales

Owen Farrell will learn on Tuesday if he is to miss England's critical World Cup opener against Argentina after he was sent off for a dangerous tackle against Wales.

Clive Woodward

Former coach reckons top teams 'won't be scared' of England at World Cup

Sir Clive Woodward believes that top Rugby World Cup nations 'won't be scared' by the England squad Steve Borthwick picked for the tournament.