The Rugby World Cup is a men's rugby union tournament contested every four years between the top international teams. The tournament was first held in 1987, when the tournament was co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia.
The captain of South Africa's national rugby team returned to his hometown with his teammates for the first time since they won the World Cup in Japan.View on euronews
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New Zealand’s Sonny Bill Williams has agreed to join the Toronto Wolfpack rugby league team ahead of their debut in England's top-tier Super League next year, the Canadian side says.
VIDEO SHOWS: MEMBERS OF SOUTH AFRICAN WORLD CUP WINNING TEAM RETURN TO JOHANNESBURG AIRPORT SHOWS: JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA (NOVEMBER 5, 2019) (SABC - NO USE SOUTH AFRICA) 1. CROWD WAITING IN
South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus believes his team coped with the pressure of the Rugby World Cup final and the victory over England has helped unite the nation.
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus and captain Siya Kolisi speak of their pride in the team and and their supporters, after the Springboks beat England 12-32 to win Rugby World Cup. The victory..
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England head coach Eddie Jones refused to be drawn on his future after England's 32-12 Rugby World Cup loss to an inspired South Africa in Yokohama, Japan. The victory maintains South Africa's 100 per..
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South African rugby captain Siya Kolisi has become a symbol of unity for the country ahead of the Rugby World Cup final against England. Serena Chaudhry reports.
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi says their World Cup triumph was "for all South Africans" as squad are greeted by thousands of fans. BBC News - Published
England coach Eddie Jones is yet to start formal negotiations over a contract extension beyond 2021 with the Rugby World Cup runners-up. BBC News - Published
The trophy lift and the ticker-tape are all very nice, but the party really starts back in the sheds. Here's how South Africa celebrated Rugby World Cup victory... BBC News - Published
South Africa were "tactically brilliant" against England, according to former England international and BBC Radio 5 Live pundit Paul Grayson. BBC News - Published
Watch the key moments as South Africa broke English hearts with a ruthless display of power rugby to seize their third Rugby World Cup. BBC News - Published
Coach Eddie Jones says that Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against South Africa has been four years in the planning for his England team. BBC News - Published
Coach Eddie Jones says that Saturday's Rugby World Cup final against South Africa has been four years in the planning for his England team. BBC News - Published
How a lifetime in elite sport has acclimatised England captain Owen Farrell to the pressure cooker atmosphere that awaits in a Rugby World Cup final. BBC News - Published
South Africa's style will not work against England but I think they are going to bring something different, says World Cup winner Matt Dawson. BBC News - Published
World Cup-winning captain Martin Johnson says England must not be trapped into thinking a repeat of their semi-final performance will be enough against South Africa. BBC News - Published
South African success in Saturday's World Cup final would see their first black captain Siya Kolisi lift the trophy in a landmark moment. BBC News - Published
England are fined a four-figure sum for crossing the halfway line as they lined up in a V formation to face the haka before their Rugby World Cup semi-final match against New Zealand. BBC News - Published
England are fined a four-figure sum for crossing the halfway line as they lined up in a V formation to face the haka before their Rugby World Cup semi-final match against New Zealand. BBC News - Published
England number eight Billy Vunipola responds to South Africa's vow to "fight fire with fire" in the Rugby World Cup final with "bring it on". BBC News - Published
England number eight Billy Vunipola responds to South Africa's vow to "fight fire with fire" in the Rugby World Cup final with "bring it on". BBC News - Published
This is not just about England possibly becoming world champions, this could be the beginning of a legacy, writes World Cup winner Matt Dawson. BBC News - Published
Wales fall agonisingly short of a first Rugby World Cup final as Handre Pollard's 76th-minute penalty hands the Springboks victory. BBC News - Published
New Zealand coach Steve Hansen is angered by a question about his side's attitude following their shock Rugby World Cup semi-final defeat by England. BBC News - Published
George North admits his own form has been mixed but says Wales are in a stronger position than ever to reach a first Rugby World Cup final. BBC News - Published
England coach Eddie Jones says the mentally stronger team will win their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. BBC News - Published
England coach Eddie Jones says the mentally stronger team will win their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. BBC News - Published
George Ford returns at fly-half as England shuffle their backline for their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. BBC News - Published
George Ford returns at fly-half as England shuffle their backline for their Rugby World Cup semi-final against New Zealand on Saturday. BBC News - Published
Speaking before the World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, England defence coach John Mitchell says he "doesn't see any advantage" in opponents spying. BBC News - Published
Japan's wonderful home support at the Rugby World Cup was met with superb performances on the field, but what state is the club game in? BBC News - Published
England expect to have a fully fit squad to choose from when they face New Zealand in Saturday's World Cup semi-final in Yokohama. BBC News - Published
After being served a reality check by South Africa, can Japan translate the fervour around their World Cup run into yet more progress on the world stage? BBC News - Published
The winner of England v New Zealand looks the likeliest champion, but you can't discount Wales, writes England World Cup-winner Matt Dawson. BBC News - Published
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