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Ireland put minnows Romania to the sword with 12-try thumping

Johnny Sexton marked his long-awaited comeback with two of 12 tries as Ireland launched their Rugby World Cup campaign by blitzing Romania in Bordeaux.

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World rankings: Springboks could finish the weekend at No 1

The Springboks could end the weekend as the No. 1-ranked rugby team in the world if they manage to beat Scotland on Sunday.

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Ireland wary of number one ranking putting big target on their backs

Flanker Peter O'Mahony has warned his fellow Ireland players that their world number one status has put a big target on their backs at the Rugby World Cup.

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Johnny Sexton back lead Ireland against Romania at Rugby World Cup

Flyhalf Johnny Sexton is back at the helm of Ireland for the opening Rugby World Cup match against Romania on Saturday.

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Ireland's van der Flier not resting on laurels ahead of Rugby World Cup

2022 World Player of the Year Josh van der Flier believes his Ireland teammates have "long forgotten" about the accolade as they prepare for battle in France.

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Can the Springboks win the 2023 Rugby World Cup? The main contenders to lift the trophy

We take a look at our tournament favourites for the Rugby World Cup kicking off in France on September 10. And just where about do the Springboks feature?

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