Rugby World Cup - Sports triumph

THE Rugby World Cup that ended with a New Zealand victory on Saturday was a triumph in more ways than one.

There were record crowds, the All Blacks became the first nation to defend their title, and television viewing figures around the world surpassed all expectations.

The staging by England was superb and, combined with the quality of playing, ensured that 2015 was undoubtedly the best of the eight world cups so far.