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Gilbert launch the 2019 Rugby World Cup ball – the Sirius

An enhanced grip pattern on the match ball will facilitate handling at next year's World Cup in Japan. Ian Savage, the brains behind Gilbert's shiny new Sirius, explains more New star: the Sirius has the largest total surface area of any international match ball produced to dateAn enhanced grip pattern on the match ball will facilitate handling at next year's Rugby World Cup in Japan. Ian Savage, the brains behind Gilbert's shiny new Sirius, explains more

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Autumn Internationals Ireland v Italy Preview

Ireland play Italy in Chicago this weekend – here’s the team news, TV details and top factsBig opportunity: Joey Carbery is getting a start at No 10 for Ireland (Getty Images)Ireland play Italy in Chicago this weekend – here’s the team news, TV details and top facts

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Autumn Internationals: England v South Africa Preview

All you need to know about the Test between England and South Africa at TwickenhamThundering typhoon: Maro Itoje breaks the line during England's 25-10 win at Newlands in June (Getty)England launch their autumn Test programme against South Africa at Twickenham on Saturday. Here's all you need to know about the fixture, including team news, facts & stats and TV details

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Five things we learnt in rugby in October

From high tackles to top tens, Paul Williams reflects on rugby’s big talking points over the past monthFlying high: Gareth Anscombe will start at ten for Wales against Scotland (Huw Evans Agency)From high tackles to top tens, Paul Williams reflects on rugby’s big talking points over the past month

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Scotland v Wales Autumn Internationals Preview

Check out our preview of Scotland's match-up with Wales in the Doddie Weir CupFlying High: Stef Evans scores the bonus point try during the Six Nations (Getty Images)Check out our preview on Scotland's matchup with Wales in the Doddie Weir Cup.

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