French rugby commentator Laurent Depret is rejecting claims France don't want to win against England at the Rugby World Cup

The loser of the Pool C decider will most likely avoid Australia in the quarter finals and potentially the All Blacks in the semis.

Depret expects France to field their strongest team against England on Saturday.

Laurent Depret has also dismissed talk of a mutiny in the French camp following unconvincing performances at the tournament so far.

Former All Black Leon MacDonald thinks the current tackling laws are out of balance.

The frequency of players being yellow carded at the World Cup has been heavily criticised, with a particular focus of contact on the ball carrier.

The Blues coach says it's affecting the style of play.

Kiwis skipper Dallin Watene Zelezniak is in doubt for the upcoming internationals against Australia and Great Britain.

Watene Zelezniak has had minor post NRL season knee surgery and will meet with Bulldogs officials tomorrow to determine his availability for test footy.