'Statement' wins and 'special' crowds - World Cup talking points

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25/08/2025 08:24

The opening round of fixtures at the 2025 World Cup featured record wins and huge crowds as supporters soaked up the start of a festival of rugby in England.

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'Statement' wins and 'special' crowds - World Cup talking points

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