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Joe Schmidt puts pressure on referee ahead of Japan clash
Australian referee Angus Gardner will be the man in charge when the Irish meet the World Cup hosts.Sep 27, 06:19
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World Rugby hits out at level of refereeing at Japan 2019
Only eight games have been played in the tournament so far.Sep 24, 16:56
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Australia survive Fiji scare to win World Cup opener
Silatolu Latu's double was enough for the two-time champions to see off the Islanders.Sep 21, 09:13
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Preview:Australia vs. Fiji
Sports Mole looks ahead to Australia's opening pool match of the Rugby World Cup against Fiji in Cardiff.Sep 22, 10:20
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