Reaction
John Barclay reflects on "pretty crap" aftermath of Ireland defeat
The former captain says players have faced accusations that they look like they do not care.
Sep 27, 12:46
Grant Gilchrist: 'No-one more annoyed than Scotland at Ireland defeat'
The Scots were beaten 27-3 by Ireland.
Sep 26, 06:45
Scotland centre Duncan Taylor: "We're not happy, believe me"
Ireland eased to a 27-3 victory in the World Cup opener.
Sep 24, 18:14
Andrew Conway: 'Ireland refused to panic after England mauling'
Munster wing hails Ireland for sticking to their guns.
Sep 23, 06:14
Joe Schmidt admits "frustration" at quick World Cup turnaround
The Ireland boss is annoyed by the short rest periods at the World Cup.
Sep 22, 13:22
The Match
Match Report
James Ryan, Rory Best, Tadhg Furlong and Andrew Conway scored the tries.
Form Guide
Build-up
Greig Laidlaw unfazed by Typhoon Tapah
A powerful weather system building over the East China Sea is one thing, but Joe Schmidt's side also lie in wait for Scotland on Sunday.
Sep 21, 10:32
Peter O'Mahony backs Conor Murray and Johnny Sexton
Peter O'Mahony says Ireland's halves combination will be on their guard in World Cup opener.
Sep 21, 07:11
Jacob Stockdale: 'Ireland's back three can shine against Scotland'
The prolific Ulster try-scorer is hungry for more success at the World Cup.
Sep 21, 06:59
Scotland head coach Townsend: 'We need perfect performance to beat Ireland'
The Scots are outsiders to beat the World number one ranked side.
Sep 20, 13:32
Tadhg Furlong: 'Ireland will go anywhere and back for Rory Best'
Best will win his 121st cap at his fourth World Cup when Ireland square up to Scotland on Sunday.
Sep 20, 11:58
Cian Healy takes tips from sumo wrestlers ahead of World Cup opener
Leinster strongman Healy is ready for a scrum wrestle with the Scots.
Sep 20, 10:14
Schmidt praises Larmour and Conway's 'contagious' enthusiasm
The duo are tipped to breathe new life through the Ireland ranks.
Sep 20, 10:09
Townsend names experienced Scotland XV against Ireland
Scotland begin their Rugby World Cup campaign in Yokohama on Sunday.
Sep 20, 10:01
Scotland centre Sam Johnson aiming for "the top" at World Cup
The Queensland-born Glasgow centre is looking forward to his first taste of World Cup action on Sunday.
Sep 19, 23:16
Richie Murphy: 'Sexton and Murray bringing buzz to Ireland squad'
Murray and Sexton ran the show in Ireland's 2018 Six Nations Grand Slam.
Sep 19, 12:07
Sam Johnson "confident" Scotland can topple Ireland
The Glasgow midfielder has been bowled over by the hospitality in Nagasaki and Tokyo.
Sep 19, 07:12
Ireland vs. Scotland: Their recent meetings
The two sides meet on Sunday in Yokohama with Ireland having won six of the previous seven meetings.
Sep 18, 14:29
Rob Kearney, Keith Earls passed fit for Ireland
The pair have shrugged off injuries.
Sep 18, 10:25
Stuart Hogg mistaken for Greig Laidlaw in Japan
The Exeter full-back is among the biggest names in Gregor Townsend's squad yet he has found himself in former skipper Grieg Laidlaw's shade.
Sep 18, 07:52
Finn Russell: 'We are ready to show the real Scotland at World Cup'
Gregor Townsend's team open their campaign against Ireland on Sunday.
Sep 17, 13:07
Rob Kearney still in contention for Scotland match
The full-back picked up the issue during training ahead of the World Cup.
Sep 17, 10:06
Rob Kearney now a fitness doubt for Ireland
The full-back has a calf injury.
Sep 16, 17:09
Scotland squad training with shampoo-soaked balls
A thunderstorm is forecast during their World Cup opener with Ireland.
Sep 16, 12:51
Robbie Henshaw "very, very unlikely" to be fit for World Cup opener
Henshaw has a hamstring problem.
Sep 16, 08:04
Jamie Ritchie to miss World Cup opener after breaking cheekbone
Scotland open their campaign next Sunday.
Sep 15, 08:39
Joey Carbery in line for "incredible" recovery for Ireland
The Munster fly-half is on track to be fit in time to face Scotland.
Sep 15, 08:30
Joe Schmidt admits Robbie Henshaw "likely" to miss World Cup opener
Will Addison has not been called out to Japan as a replacement.
Sep 15, 08:26
Robbie Henshaw a doubt for Ireland's World Cup opener
Garry Ringrose could benefit from Henshaw's injury for the group stages opener in Chiba.
Sep 14, 17:03
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