England have been hit with a string of World Cup setbacks but Wales captain Sam Warburton still expects to lead his side out against one of the most complete teams in world rugby later this year. Stuart Lancaster's preparations have not been smooth, with Manu Tuilagi and Dylan Hartley already ruled out for disciplinary reasons, as the England head coach prepares to whittle his World Cup squad down to 31.
Rugby World Cup 2015 organisers insist there will be no repeat of London 2012 ticket fiasco which left thousands of seats empty
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David Strettle withdraws from England's World Cup training squad after signing with French Top 14 side Clermont Auvergne
Italy players end strike over World Cup bonuses after agreeing new terms with Italian Rugby Federation
England head coach Stuart Lancaster looks forward to 'massive challenge' as England confirm three-test series away in Australia
Glasgow Warriors boss relishing challenge ahead of European Champions Cup clashes with all star players such as Dan Carter
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- England youngster Williams scores twice as Wellington edge past Tonbridge to lift Daily Mail Schools Trophy Two tries from prolific centre Matt Williams
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- Clifton settle age-old score with victory over Marlborough in Daily Mail Schools Trophy Clifton College needed two second-half tries to break Marlborough down
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