Ireland are primed to cast aside 24 years of World Cup under-achievement after a dominant display against Italy.

Ireland have downed Italy 36-6 in their final Pool C Rugby World Cup match in Dunedin. Ireland's record point-scorer Ronan O'Gara starred for the Irish, notching two conversions and four penalties.

Photos of the key moments from the Rugby World Cup match between Ireland and Italy in Dunedin.

Photos of the key moments from the Rugby World Cup match between Ireland and Russia at Rotorua International Stadium.

Now Robbie Deans is the underperforming incumbent with a friend in a high place. Remind you of anyone, asks Chris Rattue...

The Australian media has lashed out at the Wallabies following the shock 15-6 defeat to Ireland in their Pool C Rugby World Cup match at Eden Park last night.

Photos of the key moments from the Rugby World Cup match between Australia and Ireland at Eden Park in Auckland.

nzherald.co.nz list the top 10 tries of the opening week of Rugby World Cup 2011. Vote for your favourite.

Who made our Rugby World Cup team of the week? The selections may surprise you...

Ireland were pushed by a spirited USA team in their Rugby World Cup pool C clash today before closing out a 22-10 win.

The Herald's Rugby World Cup experts predict what will happen in the biggest tournament to hit New Zealand shores in 24 years.

Tens of thousands of fans have made the long trip for the Rugby World Cup and every single one of them has a story. We meet some of them here.