The tournament was first held in 1987 and was co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia. Four countries have won the trophy; South Africa four times, New Zealand three times, Australia twice, and England once.They have played 57 matches in ten tournaments, and won 42 for a winning record of 73.68%. Their best ever position was champions in 2003, whilst they have also participated in three other finals; the 2019 final, the 2007 final and the final of the 1991 competition.three wins

Only five nations have ever made it into a Rugby World Cup final. South Africa is the most successful team in the history of the tournament, with four wins. They are followed by New Zealand with three wins.

How many rugby World Cups has Ireland won : The Ireland national rugby union team have played in all ten Rugby World Cup tournaments. They have reached the quarter-finals at all but two tournaments, but have yet to progress to the semi-finals. They have finished top of their pool on three occasions.

Has anyone ever won back-to-back Rugby World Cups

New Zealand and South Africa are the most successful with three Rugby World Cup titles each, with Australia (two) and England (one) the only other teams to lift the Webb Ellis Cup. The All Blacks are the only team to successfully defend the Webb Ellis Cup, winning back-to-back titles in 2011 and 2015.

How much does Siya Kolisi earn : Springbok captain Siya Kolisi was released early from his contract at the Sharks to allow him to make the move to Racing 92, and he reportedly earns £850,000 (R19,9 million), putting him fourth on the list.

England v South Africa past meetings

South Africa have the historical advantage, however, having won 27 of the 45 matches between the two, most recently beating England at Twickenham in late 2022 in Eddie Jones's last game as England head coach. A year prior to that, England beat the Boks 27-26 at Twickenham.

The Springboks have the most tournament wins at the Rugby World Cup – having won 4 times – although they have participated in fewer tournaments. In addition to this, they are the only rugby team to have won every World Cup final they have played in.

Have the All Blacks ever won

With three titles, one runners-up finish and 49 wins to their name, New Zealand are the most successful team in Rugby World Cup history. The All Blacks conquered the world as hosts in 1987 and 2011 and then again in 2015, becoming the first nation to win back-to-back Rugby World Cups.South Africa

As of 2023, South Africa was the country with the most Rugby World Cup titles, having lifted the Webb Ellis Cup on four occasions. The Springboks' latest World Cup title came during the 2023 tournament, beating New Zealand by one point and matching the All Blacks' achievement of winning back-to-back World Cup titles.the All Blacks

The Ireland head coach, Andy Farrell, said it was “the end” for his current squad after they were knocked out of the Rugby World Cup at the hands of the All Blacks, bringing a devastating finish to the career of the captain, Johnny Sexton.

Springboks full-back Damian Willemse has become the youngest player to win two Rugby World Cup titles.

Who is the richest SA rugby player : Cheslin Kolbe – Suntory Sungoliath & South Africa – $1.13 Million (Per Season)

Do Springbok players get paid : Which could explain why South African rugby players are amongst the most sought-after in the world, also making them some of the highest-paid athletes in the country. Their salaries range from R500,000 to R10 million a year.

Has England ever lost to Argentina

Overall, England hold the edge in the rivalry in official matches, with six victories to two by Argentina, and five draws (one draw being an Argentina victory by penalty shoot-out).

Excluding the ambiguous 1978 game, Argentina have played England 27 times with England winning 21, Argentina 5 with 1 drawn. The rugby rivalry between the two countries is not known for being as intense as their football rivalry.Barrett's try was the first South Africa have ever conceded at a RWC final. South Africa maintain their 100% success rate in RWC finals, and are the first men's team to win four. They have now won four out of the eight RWCs that they have competed at.

Has Argentina ever beaten South Africa in rugby : Springbok record against Argentina in South Africa:

Played 35; Won 31; Lost 3; Drawn 1; Points for: 1215, Points against: 678; Tries scored 143, Tries conceded 64; Highest score 73-13; Biggest win 60 points.