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Rugby World Cup: England v Argentina: A test of mettle as an era ends
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Thursday, 26 October 2023 22:59
Give it nine months and it might make sense.Then, at the height of summer 2024, when Olympic athletes are racing round Stade de France, a bronze medal will carry some weight.On Friday, though, England and Argentina will compete for the bottom step of a non-existent podium. The only metal that matters this weekend is the golden Webb Ellis Cup that…
Rugby World Cup final: Brodie Retallick replaces Sam Whitelock for All Blacks against South Africa
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Thursday, 26 October 2023 13:08
Lock Brodie Retallick replaces Sam Whitelock as New Zealand make one change to their starting side for the World Cup final against South Africa.Whitelock will become the first man to play in three World Cup finals if he comes off the bench.Brothers Scott, Jordie and Beauden Barrett retain their places in the starting XV from the side that cruised past…
Rugby World Cup final 2023: Siya Kolisi says South Africa v New Zealand is biggest game of 'our lifetime'
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Thursday, 26 October 2023 11:39
"I don't think in our lifetime we will get to experience this again, that is how big it is."New Zealand and South Africa have consistently reigned supreme at the very top of rugby for decades.Since 2007, either the All Blacks or South Africa have won the Rugby World Cup.And with three titles each, and the last four between them, no…
Johnny Sexton says retirement 'so tough' as he thanks those who guided his career
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Thursday, 26 October 2023 06:30
Johnny Sexton says retirement is already proving "so tough" after his career came to a close following Ireland's World Cup exit.Sexton said on Instagramexternal-link his "sadness and frustration" at Ireland's failure again to go beyond the quarter-finals will remain "for a long time to come"."But the overarching feeling is the pride I felt playing with such a committed and talented…
Rugby World Cup final: New Zealand v South Africa - Ardie Savea closes in on greatness
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Thursday, 26 October 2023 03:19
"I think it is OK tonight for the boys to feel the hurt and feel the loss," said Ardie Savea. Savea wasn't supposed to be there that night. The 30-year-old had only assumed the New Zealand captaincy after Sam Cane was injured in the warm-up for their World Cup opener against hosts France. Stepping in at late notice, he led…
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