Round 1 of the Rugby World Cup delivered some thrilling results:
Pool A:
- Hosts France made a strong statement with a remarkable victory over the All Blacks, finishing 27-13.
- Italy showcased their dominance, defeating Namibia 52-8.
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Pool B:
- Defending champions South Africa displayed their trademark power, securing an 18-3 victory over Scotland.
- Ireland, the Grand Slam winners, left no room for doubt as they crushed Romania with a whopping 82-8 scoreline.
A massive second-half effort gives the Springboks the win! ✅
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Pool C:
- Australia emerged victorious against Georgia, winning 35-15.
- In a closely contested match, Wales managed to edge past Fiji with a score of 32-26.
Jac Morgan with the pinpoint cross-kick 🎯
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Pool D:
- England showed improved form by defeating Argentina 27-10.
- Japan emerged triumphant against Chile with a score of 42-12.
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— England Rugby (@EnglandRugby) September 9, 2023
These results set the stage for an electrifying tournament ahead! ?? #RugbyWorldCup #Round1Results