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France shine in second half to down All Blacks in sweltering Rugby World Cup opener

France got their Rugby World Cup campaign off to the perfect start as they thumped the All Blacks 27-13 at a steamy Stade de France in Paris on Friday.

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France coach Fabien Galthie expecting "wonderful celebration" in RWC opener

Friday's opening match of the Rugby World Cup between hosts France and New Zealand will be a celebration no matter what, says France coach Fabien Galthie.

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All Blacks suffer double injury blow ahead of World Cup opener against France

The All Blacks will be without Jordie Barrett for Friday's Rugby World Cup opener against France, while tragedy has struck for winger Emoni Narawa, who has been ruled out of the tournament altogether.

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2019 heartbreak will motivate the All Blacks - Dan Carter

All Blacks legend Dan Carter looks forward to how the New Zealanders respond to not being favourites to take the Rugby World Cup that starts in Paris with their game against France.

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Can the Springboks win the 2023 Rugby World Cup? The main contenders to lift the trophy

We take a look at our tournament favourites for the Rugby World Cup kicking off in France on September 10. And just where about do the Springboks feature?

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Scott Barrett cleared for World Cup opener after sending-off against Boks

All Blacks lock Scott Barrett will be free to face France in the Rugby World Cup opener at the Stade de France on September 8.

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