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Thousands have now departed Japan following the conclusion of Rugby World Cup 2019 - an utterly unique experience
Rugby World Cup 2019

Japan's RWC: A unique sporting experience

As the dust settles on South Africa's World Cup 2019 success, thousands leave Japanese shores - but what an experience it's been...

John Smit lfts the Webb Ellis Cup
Rugby World Cup 2015

2007: Bok-busting display

South Africa dominate to secure a second Webb Ellis Trophy, while England and Argentina both defy the odds.

England captain Martin Johnson hoists the Webb Ellis Cup
Rugby World Cup 2015

2003: England rule the world

Jonny Wilkinson and Martin Johnson led England to success Down Under, becoming the first European side to win the World Cup.

Australian captain John Eales and scrum-half George Gregan pose with the Webb Ellis Cup
Rugby World Cup 2015

1999: The Wizards from Oz

Australia became the first country to claim two World Cups as New Zealand failed to live up to their pre-tournament billing.

One of the most iconic moments in sport as Nelson Mandela presents the Webb Ellis Cup to Francois Pienaar
Rugby World Cup 2015

1995: South Africa's rainbow nation

The Springboks unified the country as they lifted the Webb Ellis Cup after a tournament packed full of Hollywood moments.

Nick Farr-Jones and David Campese lift the Webb Ellis Cup
Rugby World Cup 2015

1991: Wallabies upset England

Australia spoil the home-coming party at Twickenham but it is Western Samoa that shock world rugby by beating Wales in Cardiff.

David Kirk kisses the Webb Ellis Trophy in 1987
Rugby World Cup 2015

1987: Home rule for New Zealand

The power of the All Blacks and the brilliance of the French catch the eye as the World Cup is given a rip-roaring start.

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Image from Autumn Nations Series: Ireland up against it but magical Soldier Field memories vs All Blacks remain

Autumn Nations Series: Ireland up against it but magical Soldier Field memories vs All Blacks remain

Red Roses captain Zoe Aldcroft (right) and experienced scrum-half Natasha Hunt celebrate Rugby World Cup victory

How England's Red Roses banished Rugby World Cup final demons

Jamison Gibson-Park, Hugo Keenan and Finn Russell all played huge roles as the British and Irish Lions came from 23-5 behind to beat Australia in Melbourne

How Farrell's tourists pulled off greatest comeback in Lions history

Features

Image from Autumn Nations Series: Ireland up against it but magical Soldier Field memories vs All Blacks remain

Autumn Nations Series: Ireland up against it but magical Soldier Field memories vs All Blacks remain

Red Roses captain Zoe Aldcroft (right) and experienced scrum-half Natasha Hunt celebrate Rugby World Cup victory

How England's Red Roses banished Rugby World Cup final demons

Jamison Gibson-Park, Hugo Keenan and Finn Russell all played huge roles as the British and Irish Lions came from 23-5 behind to beat Australia in Melbourne

How Farrell's tourists pulled off greatest comeback in Lions history

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