Rugby Union Today: All Blacks win again and Expert Witness
New Zealand's Brad Weber escapes Canada's Patrick Parfrey to score his side's eighth try during the 2019 Rugby World Cup match at Oita Stadium, Japan.
Another busy day in the rugby union game as New Zealand claimed their second win of the 2019 Rugby World Cup after thrashing Canada.
What’s on the site
New Zealand enjoyed a comfortable evening in Ōita as they hammered Canada 63-0 for their second victory in Pool B. The Barrett brothers made the headlines going into the game and they all got on the scoreboard on Wednesday.
Check out highlights from that game and the encounter between France and USA, which saw Les Bleus overcome a scare to defeat the Eagles 33-9.
Elsewhere, this week’s Expert Witness is with World Cup winner and former England captain Lewis Moody, who discusses a number of topics surrounding the global tournament.
What’s in the news
Friday’s encounter against South Africa will be a momentous occasion for Italian great Sergio Parisse, who is set to win his 142nd cap, surpassing Ireland’s Brian O’Driscoll as the record Test appearance maker in the northern hemisphere.
Meanwhile, from one of game’s legends to a rising star and Jordan Petaia is set to make his Wallabies debut after being named in their side to face Uruguay on Saturday.
What’s on social media
A lovely moment following the France v USA encounter…
Great moment as Greg Peterson brings his baby onto the pitch after #FRAvUSA #RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/ueyRCKoTwM
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) October 2, 2019
What’s on TV
The Rugby World Cup continues where all the games will be exclusively live on ITV. It should be another thrilling week of pool action with England versus Argentina the standout contest on Saturday.
Away from the global tournament, it is Round Two of the PRO14 and all the matches are being shown on Premier Sports. Even without their international stars, there are some intriguing encounters as Glasgow take on the Scarlets and Leinster face the Ospreys.
On BT Sport, the Premiership Rugby Cup has reached the third round as Worcester Warriors host Exeter Chiefs and Saracens visit Northampton Saints, while Sky Sports are showing the Mitre 10 Cup.