The story of the Rugby World Cup: Springboks unite a nation in 1995
As we continue on our journey looking back on the history of the Rugby World Cup, the 1995 edition brings us to South Africa for the final major tournament of the amateur era.
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Sweden, Netherlands notch opening wins at Women's World Cup
Sweden produced a drab opening Women's World Cup performance on a gloomy night of mist and rain but managed to pull off a surprisingly difficult 2-1 victory to fend off plucky South Africa on Sunday in Wellington, New Zealand.
Women's World Cup 2023: Netherlands edge out debutants Portugal in opener
Defender Stefanie van der Gragt scored the only goal as 2019 runners-up the Netherlands beat debutants Portugal 1-0 in their opening game at the Women's World Cup on Sunday.
Morocco keen to prove they belong at the World Cup
MELBOURNE, Australia : Morocco captain Ghizlane Chebbak says they are not at the Women's World Cup to make up the numbers and are ready to shoulder the responsibility of being the first Arab country to take part as they prepare to make their debut on Monday.
Watch: Pakistan A Star Survives After Rajvardhan Hangargekar's Costly Error In Emerging Asia Cup Final
India A pacer Rajvardhan Hangargekar did a Jasprit Bumrah in the final of Emerging Asia Cup against Pakistan A in Colombo on Sunday. Hangargekar gave a huge reprieve to Pakistan after dismissing Saim Ayub off a no-ball. Ayub, who was batting on 17, mistimed his pull and was caught by wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel, following a top-edge. India's joy was short-lived as the umpire signalled that Hangargekar had overstepped. His error was reminiscent of Jasprit Bumrah's no-ball in the Champions Trophy final in 2017.
Award South Africa next Women’s World Cup to help game become global, says Jordaan
CAPE TOWN : Awarding South Africa the hosting rights for the 2027 Women's World Cup will help the game become truly global and prevent African teams falling behind the established powerhouses, the president of the country's FA told Reuters.
Banyana coach Ellis takes bitter Swede World Cup defeat on the chin
Banyana Banyana head coach Desiree Ellis says that she “can take a lot of positives” from their 2-1 defeat against Sweden in their opening 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup clash on Sunday.
Netherlands keep World Cup debutants Portugal quiet in 1-0 win
DUNEDIN : The Netherlands kicked off their Group E campaign with a 1-0 win over Women's World Cup debutants Portugal at Dunedin Stadium on Sunday thanks to a first-half goal from Stefanie Van der Gragt that was awarded on a VAR review.