Who’s who in England’s 30-man Rugby World Cup squad

The low-down on each member of England's squad for the Rugby World Cup

Warren Gatland aims to top World Cup group with fearless young squad

Warren Gatland targeted victory over South Africa in the first group game moments after announcing his World Cup squad

Riki Flutey missed out on a place in England's World Cup squad as Martin Johnson selected 17 forwards

Luke Fitzgerald and Tomas O'Leary are the surprise omissions from Ireland's 30-man squad for the Rugby World Cup

Brian O'Driscoll said 'no panic buttons are being pressed' after Ireland's 26-22 defeat by France in their World Cup warm-up at the Aviva Stadium

Argentina's experienced pack showed signs of danger for England despite a 28-13 defeat by Wales in Cardiff

Robert Kitson: The Wasp's attacking talents and versatility have been deemed less crucial than Shontayne Hape's defensive abilities

Naming England's 30 for the World Cup will just be the start of the challenge for Martin Johnson

Eddie Butler: Martin Johnson may have to make difficult decisions regarding the likes of Courtney Lawes and Shontayne Hape

Ireland were left with plenty of concerns after suffering their third successive defeat in the build-up to the World Cup

Wales were able to depart for the World Cup in good spirits after victory over Argentina at the Millennium Stadium

Martyn Williams has been selected to win his 99th cap for Wales against Argentina, and wants his 100th to be in New Zealand

Brian O'Driscoll said Ireland's decision to undergo a demanding World Cup build-up should reap dividends in New Zealand

The Glasgow flanker said he was 'a bit nervous but looking forward to it' as he prepared for the match against Ireland