VIDEO: Why the Rugby World Cup 2015 was the greatest rugby tournament ever

One week after New Zealand claimed a historic victory in the Rugby World Cup final, we reflect on what may have been the greatest rugby tournament ever.

VIDEO: Why the Rugby World Cup 2015 was the greatest rugby tournament ever
Sat, 07 Nov, 2015 - 16:49

By Steve Neville

One week after New Zealand claimed a historic victory in the Rugby World Cup final, we reflect on what may have been the greatest rugby tournament ever.

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