Beaumont: World Rugby ‘pleased’ with refereeing

World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont believes the standard of refereeing at the World Cup in Japan has improved as the tournament progressed.

Quotes of the day: ‘I’m emotional hearing the SA anthem’

A selection of the best quotes from coaches, players and leaders at the 2019 Rugby World Cup in Japan on Tuesday.

Knighthood for World Rugby chairman

Bill Beaumont has been awarded a knighthood for services to rugby in The Queen’s New Year’s honours list.