South Africa beat 14-man New Zealand to claim record fourth World Cup title

All Blacks skipper Sam Cane became the first player to be sent off in a World Cup final.
South Africa beat 14-man New Zealand to claim record fourth World Cup title

PURE JOY: South Africa's Jesse Kriel (right) and South Africa's Eben Etzebeth celebrate after winning the Rugby World Cup 2023 final match. Picture: Adam Davy/PA Wire.

Sat, 28 Oct, 2023 - 22:05
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