Italy were looking to keep their World Cup hopes alive against the United States on Tuesday, while French players denied there had been an "uprising" in their camp against coach Marc Lievremont. Nick Mallett's Six Nations wooden spoonists were preparing to take on the … [Read more...] about French deny ‘uprising’ reports at Rugby World Cup
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New Zealand wins rugby World Cup on home ground
New Zealand's All Blacks pulled off a historic 8-7 victory against France Sunday, taking the Rugby World Cup in front of a home crowd and winning the title of world champions for the first time in 24 years. For the home team it was undoubtedly the biggest game of their lives … [Read more...] about New Zealand wins rugby World Cup on home ground
New Zealand tourism expects significant extra income from Rugby World Cup
New Zealand tourism companies should expect significant extra income from an estimated 85,000 visitors when the nation hosts the Rugby World Cup next year, according to the Ministry of Tourism.The event in September and October spans the “shoulder” season in early … [Read more...] about New Zealand tourism expects significant extra income from Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup 2011 introduced to Vietnam
New Zealand's Prime Minister John Key joined in a party at the Park Hyatt Hotel and introduced the 7th Rugby World Cup 2011 to Vietnam while visiting Ho Chi Minh City on October 29. Addressing the event, PM John Key confirmed New Zealand will create a festival featuring the … [Read more...] about Rugby World Cup 2011 introduced to Vietnam
USA ruin Russia’s rugby World Cup debut
The United States won the World Cup\'s \'cold war\' against Russia Thursday as the All Blacks\' injury toll took a sudden turn for the worse and England were forced on the defensive over a lurid tabloid report. Mike Petri of the … [Read more...] about USA ruin Russia’s rugby World Cup debut