New Zealand see off Wales to win Third Place Playoff

Warren Gatland’s 12-year reign in charge of Wales ended with a 40-17 defeat against New Zealand in the World Cup bronze match in Tokyo. Steve Hansen ensured he left the All Blacks on a winning note as his side clinched third place in Japan with a six-try display.

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Exceptional England dethrone New Zealand to reach final

England are into their first Rugby World Cup final in 12 years after a brilliant demolition of three-time world champions New Zealand. The defending champions slumped to a 19-7 loss in Yokohama.

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Awe-inspiring New Zealand annihilate Ireland to secure semi-final spot

New Zealand will meet England in the World Cup semi-finals after condemning Ireland to a seventh quarter-final exit with a 46-14 hammering in Tokyo. The All Blacks controlled the game throughout and totally outclassed the Irish.

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New Zealand show no mercy in annihilation of Canada

New Zealand delivered a masterclass as they demolished Canada 63-0 in their second Pool B game in Oita. The three Barrett brothers made history becoming the first trio of brothers to score in the same World Cup game.

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New Zealand outmuscle South Africa in heavyweight thriller

New Zealand showed their pedigree with a 23-13 win over South Africa in Pool B at the Rugby World Cup. The defending Champions were pushed all the way by a Springbok side that will be real contenders in Japan.

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