Conor Murray has assessed Ireland's chances at the 2027 Rugby World Cup and he is more positive than most about the current's squad's prospects.

The Springboks will soon return to action, more determined than ever to retain their No 1 spot in the World Rugby rankings.

Either way, those top three teams are in a good position when it comes to the Rugby World Cup draw, which takes place at the end of the year following the November internationals. Countries are aiming for a top-six placing in order to avoid the biggest nations in the pool stages.

South African rugby has never been in a better place. The Springboks men’s side has just added yet another trophy to an already stuffed cabinet and the Springbok

The warning applies to both the men’s and women’s game and offers a stark choice for players in most of the world’s top rugby unions