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Rugby World Cup 2023 headlines with summaries.
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'Gutting': All Blacks fans' dreams shattered after loss
30 Oct 2023The Rugby World Cup dream was crushed for thousands of All Blacks fans across the country after the 12-11 defeat by South Africa.
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All Blacks hearts broken after red card and missed chances in World Cup final
30 Oct 2023The All Blacks are hurting after a red card to captain Sam Cane and some missed opportunities left them agonisingly short of World Cup glory.
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How a red card could ruin the Rugby World Cup final
28 Oct 2023Rules are central to the integrity of the game, but rugby union would be improved if sendings-off were reserved for genuinely bad actors, writes Clive Thompson.
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Rugby World Cup final preview: the greatest rivalry heads to the greatest stage
28 Oct 2023Analysis - Here we are getting used to the fact that by lunchtime on Sunday the All Blacks could be world champions again, writes Jamie Wall.
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Springboks captain impressed with fortitude shown by Sam Cane
27 Oct 2023All Blacks skipper Sam Cane is an inspiration according to the Springboks captain Siya Kolisi.
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Remembering the 1995 Rugby World Cup final: Part Three
27 Oct 2023This weekend the All Blacks and Springboks meet in the Rugby World Cup final for only the second time. The first was the most famous test match ever played.
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One change to All Blacks fifteen for World Cup final
27 Oct 2023There is just one change to the All Blacks starting fifteen to take on South Africa in the Rugby World Cup final with Brodie Retallick starting ahead of Sam Whitelock in the second row.
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Five changes to Springboks, investigation into racism allegations against hooker dropped
27 Oct 2023World Rugby has found "insufficient evidence" to proceed with charges of alleged racism against Springboks hooker Mbongeni Mbonambi.
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Ardie Savea, Ian Foster nominated for World Rugby awards
27 Oct 2023All Black Ardie Savea is among four nominees for the World Rugby men's player of the year along with Ireland centre Bundee Aki, France captain Antoine Dupont, and Eben Etzebeth from South Africa.
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Remembering the 1995 Rugby World Cup final: Part Two
27 Oct 2023This weekend the All Blacks and Springboks meet in the Rugby World Cup final for only the second time. The first was the most famous test match ever played. Video
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Polarising All Blacks boss Foster on verge of World Cup triumph
26 Oct 2023Ian Foster has faced plenty of criticism during his time as All Blacks coach.
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All Blacks ready to defuse Bok 'Bomb Squad'
25 Oct 2023Flanker Dalton Papali'i says New Zealand must "give it hell" to overcome South Africa and their 'Bomb Squad' of replacements in the World Cup final.
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World Rugby unveils global calendar overhaul
25 Oct 2023World Rugby has approved a new aligned international calendar, expanded 24-team men's World Cup and a top division of 12 teams in a biennial Nations League.
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Forwards coach Ryan hailed by All Blacks pack
25 Oct 2023The All Blacks pack have improved dramatically from last year with the players crediting forwards coach Jason Ryan for their lift in performance.
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All Blacks and Springboks chase history in RWC final
24 Oct 2023Both New Zealand and South Africa are bidding to become the first nation to win the Rugby World Cup for a fourth time when they meet in the final on Sunday
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Barnes to take charge of All Blacks-Springboks final
24 Oct 2023England's Wayne Barnes, the most experienced referee in test rugby history, will officiate the World Cup final between the All Blacks and Springboks.
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Springboks shut down questions about Mbonambi
24 Oct 2023South Africa have tried to dampen down the controversy around alleged discriminatory behaviour and verbal abuse by hooker Bongi Mbonambi.
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World Rugby to probe Springbok racial slur claims
24 Oct 2023South Africa have found themselves embroiled in controversy ahead of the World Cup final.
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Rugby World Cup semi-finals: what we learned
23 Oct 2023Analysis - A Rugby World Cup final rematch 28 years in the making will be honoured this week, but for now it's time to reflect on what we've just seen, writes Jamie Wall. Video
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Springboks plot their path to World Cup title defence
23 Oct 2023South Africa say they must improve on their dour semi-final win before they face the All Blacks in the Rugby World Cup decider.
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Racial slur allegation made against Springboks hooker
23 Oct 2023South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi has been accused of using a racial slur towards England flanker Tom Curry during their Rugby World Cup semi-final in Paris.
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One more try is all Will Jordan needs for new benchmark
23 Oct 2023All Blacks wing Will Jordan could make some personal history in the World Cup final against South Africa.
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Rugby World Cup live updates: Springboks vs England
22 Oct 2023The Springboks have booked their place in next week's Rugby World Cup final against the All Blacks, after a dramatic one-point victory over England in this morning's semi-final. Follow all the action…
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Rugby World Cup: Springboks win semi-final wrestle to set up All Blacks final
22 Oct 2023Handre Pollard kicked a last-gasp penalty as South Africa fought back to beat England 16-15 and set up a Rugby World Cup final clash against the All Blacks.
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