A Welsh penalty kick that appeared to go over the posts but was ruled to have missed was...

Defending champions South Africa needed a late try from Francois Hougaard to avoid an opening defeat to Wales at the Rugby World Cup tonight.

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.

Boks coach puts faith in old campaigners, by Mike Greenaway.

The Springboks' template has never been a mystery. Kick, chase, tackle has been their faithful rugby trinity and that formula brought them reward and the All Blacks an exasperating defeat.

The All Blacks were left to reflect on what might have been after their 18-5 loss to South Africa.

First of all I just what to say thanks for all the advice this past week - and it's probably best if I stick to the rugby!