New Zealand rugby player Jonah Lomu died at the age of 40 in Auckland.
Lomu had only just arrived back from the UK after attending the Rugby World Cup with his family.
The 46-year-old stood down from his role as head coach after a dismal World Cup performance.
RFU chief executive has revealed England's next leader must have prior international experience.
Head coach Ford had claimed Burgess 'didn't have the stomach' to see out his contract at the Rec.
Lancaster 'extremely saddened' to step down but takes responsibility for the team's shortcomings.
Harlequins full-back has branded newest story to emerge from failed campaign as 'absolutely ridiculous'.
Burgess denies he was mistreated by the RFU as he switches codes for the second time in 12 months.
Reports in Australia claim Jason Leonard has reached out to Cheika to determine his interest.
The RFU, Bath, Lancaster and Burgess' reputations are in tatters after torrid episode.
Burgess cites family reasons as motivation for abandoning rugby union.
Exclusive: The Ireland no. 8 says no one can afford to sit back and wonder what may have been.
Welcome ceremony hosted in Victoria Park for the world champions.
Jones led Japan to their most successful Rugby World Cup performance yet.
EXCLUSIVE: Julie Elliott and Michael Dugher also among among MPs who registered tickets.
David Pocock, Craig Joubert and Gavin Hastings dominated the biggest and best Rugby World Cup in history.
Carter missed out on the final at the last World Cup when the All Blacks beat France.
Carter was named man of the match as New Zealand defended their Rugby World Cup crown against Australia.
Charlie Lines rescued by Williams after security floored him when he raced to the pitch.
McCaw and fly-half Dan Carter the finest Kiwis to play the game according to Steve Hansen.
Dan Carter scored 19 points with the boot to give Steve Hansen's side victory.
IBTimes UK previews the World Cup final at Twickenham as the All Blacks and the Wallabies collide.
The Springboks beat the Pumas 24-13 to clinch third place at the Olympic Stadium.
JP Pietersen and Eben Etzebeth score a try each as a lifeless Pumas are swatted aside.
Springboks and Pumas look to finish their campaigns on a winning note.
IBTimes UK sports editor Nick Howson previews the Rugby World Cup Final between New Zealand and Australia.
There is just one change among both sides as Scott Sio returns at prop.
IBTimes UK sports editor Nick Howson previews the bronze final clash between South Africa and Argentina.
Experienced centre fractured his jaw playing for the Springboks against Samoa at the Rugby World Cup.
Season ticket holders have not been pre-charged for the match at Red Bull Arena in March 2016.