Rugby Union Today: Final teams and Lewis Moody insight

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Another busy day in the rugby union game as England and South Africa name their sides for the Rugby World Cup Final while Lewis Moody previews Saturday’s massive contest in Yokohama.

What’s on the site

England have announced the same side for the final as George Ford retains his spot at fly-half, with Owen Farrell at centre. South Africa meanwhile are boosted by the return to fitness of wing Cheslin Kolbe.

World Cup winner in 2003, Moody, looks ahead to the big game and explains what the players will be feeling before kick-off.

We also have an exclusive with Castres’ South African hooker Jody Jenneker, who’s backing France to be a good host in 2023.

In domestic rugby there’s team news for Friday’s Premiership two matches and the three fixtures taking place in the PRO14.

What’s in the news

Rassie Erasmus is to stand down as South Africa head coach after Saturday’s final, but he will remain involved with the Boks.

Meanwhile, recent England call-up Ben Spencer admits it’s been a whirlwind few days as he prepares for Saturday’s Cup final.

What’s on social media

As it’s Halloween, Rugby World Cup’s Twitter page has added the tournament’s World in Union song over the Joker dance.

What’s on TV

The 2019 Rugby World Cup concludes this weekend as England and South Africa battle for the title in Yokohama on Saturday. Once again it will be on ITV, while the channel will also broadcast the third place play-off between Wales and New Zealand on Friday.

Away from the global tournament, the Premiership has reached Round Three and BT Sport are set to continue their coverage with Friday night’s game between Northampton and Harlequins at Franklin’s Gardens.

Elsewhere, the PRO14 continues on Premier Sports with Round Five as Scarlets and Cheetahs meet in the standout contest.

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