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Japan v Scotland - Rugby World Cup 2019: Group A
Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup revisited, Japan v Scotland: 80 minutes that recharged a nation
We caught up with Michael Leitch and Greig Laidlaw to discuss one of the most iconic matches from Rugby World Cup 2019.
The Open Side: Tendai Mtawarira
The Open Side
The Open Side: Tendai Mtawarira on how the Springboks embraced diversity to win Rugby World Cup 2019
The Beast is the first guest on The Open Side, a new series of in-depth interviews and stories told by the people who were right at their centre.
Japan v Scotland - Rugby World Cup 2019: Group A
Rugby World Cup Memories
10 classic men’s pool matches at Rugby World Cup
Following the Rugby World Cup 2023 Draw, we look back at 10 of the best men’s pool matches from the archives.
England v Australia - Rugby World Cup 2019: Quarter Final
Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup 2023 Draw: Most and least common fixtures in tournament’s history
Ahead of the official Rugby World Cup 2023 Draw in Paris on Monday, we take a look at the fixtures that have been played more than others — and those that have left fans wanting more.
New Zealand v Argentina - 2020 Tri-Nations
Rugby history
10 of the biggest upsets in international rugby history
Following Argentina’s first ever win against New Zealand, we look back at some of the biggest upsets in the history of the game.
New Zealand v Namibia - Rugby World Cup 2019: Group B
World Rugby Awards
World Rugby Awards: Vote for the IRP 15s Tries of the Decade
Fans from across the globe are being invited to cast their vote on the International Rugby Players Men’s and Women’s 15s Try of the Decade.
Photo of South Africa lifting the Webb Ellis Cup at the Rugby World Cup 2019 Final
Springbok Showdown
South Africa’s Rugby World Cup winners set to feature in historic Springbok Showdown
Excitement is building ahead of Saturday’s ‘Green’ v ‘Gold’ Springbok Showdown at Newlands in Cape Town.
Japan v Russia - Rugby World Cup 2019: Pool A
RWC 2019
Rugby World Cup 2019: One year on
One year ago today the record-breaking Rugby World Cup 2019 kicked off. We take a look at the impact made by the first tournament in Asia.
Jillion Potter fends off a tackle
Rugby history
Six players who made inspirational returns to the rugby pitch
We take a look at six players who have dealt with hardships off the pitch in order to thrive on it.
Photo of Eddie Jones at England v Ireland in the Guinness Six Nations
Virtual High Performance Academy
Eddie Jones happy to share secrets of his success through Virtual High Performance Academy
The England coach has kept busy during lockdown, passing on his considerable coaching knowledge to participants in the World Rugby Virtual High Performance Academy.
England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2019 Final
Pionering coaches
Rassie Erasmus: The rugby DJ who got the Springboks back on track
We take a look at what makes Rassie Erasmus special and how he took the Springboks from sixth in the world to number one.
England v South Africa - Rugby World Cup 2019 Final
U20 Championship
U20 Championship: Springboard to Rugby World Cup glory
Following South Africa’s victory at Rugby World Cup 2019, 28 World Rugby U20 Championship graduates have now lifted the Webb Ellis Cup.
RWC 1995: trophy presentation
Rugby World Cup Memories
On this day in 1995: Mandela, Williams and Pienaar help unite South Africa
Twenty-five years on from the historic Rugby World Cup 1995 final, Francois Pienaar, Bryan Habana and Siya Kolisi reflect on the inspirational effect of South Africa's RWC victories on their generations.
Japan v Scotland - Rugby World Cup 2019: Group A
MEDIA RELEASES
RWC 2019 delivers record economic, social and sporting outcomes for Japan
Japan 2019 was the most economically successful Rugby World Cup ever, with nearly £4.3 billion generated in economic output according to a report published by EY today.
Japan v Ireland - Rugby World Cup 2019: Group A
Podcast Preview
Between the Lines: Michael Leitch and Luke Thompson
Japan stars Michael Leitch and Luke Thompson join Sean Maloney on the latest World Rugby podcast to discuss the Brave Blossoms’ run to the Rugby World Cup 2019 quarter-finals and much, much more.
RWC broadcast
RWC 2019
Rugby World Cup 2019 production wins TV award
RWC 2019 in Japan was the most watched rugby event ever with a global audience of more than 857 million people.

Tournament Stats

Friday 20 September - Saturday 2 November 2019
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Matches
0 /48
Most tries
0
Josh Adams
Wales
Most points
0
Handre Pollard
South Africa
Red cards
0
Red Card
Yellow cards
0
Yellow Card
Highest scoring match
New Zealand v Namibia
NZL 0 0 NAM
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Biggest victory
New Zealand
NZL 0 0 CAN
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Most penalties
0
Handre Pollard
South Africa
Most drop goals
0
Camille Lopez
France
Pools View Full Tables
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Pool A
Team
PL
+/-
BP
Points
Japan
4
+53
3
19
Ireland
4
+94
4
16
Scotland
4
+64
3
11
Samoa
4
-70
1
5
Russia
4
-141
0
0
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Pool B
Team
PL
+/-
BP
Points
New Zealand
3
+135
2
16
South Africa
4
+149
3
15
Italy
3
+20
2
12
Namibia
3
-141
0
2
Canada
3
-163
0
2
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Pool C
Team
PL
+/-
BP
Points
England
3
+99
3
17
France
3
+28
1
15
Argentina
4
+15
3
11
Tonga
4
-38
2
6
USA
4
-104
0
0
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Pool D
Team
PL
+/-
BP
Points
Wales
4
+67
3
19
Australia
4
+68
4
16
Fiji
4
+2
3
7
Georgia
4
-57
1
5
Uruguay
4
-80
0
4
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