New Zealand's All Blacks made history by becoming the and the first to claim three Rugby World Cup trophies.
: Widely regarded as the greatest upset in rugby history , Japan refused a late penalty for a draw and instead went for the winning try, scored by Karne Hesketh in the 84th minute. rugby-world-cup-2015-reloaded
: After leading 21–3, New Zealand survived a fierce Wallaby comeback that narrowed the gap to just four points. A clutch 40-meter drop goal from Dan Carter restored momentum before Beauden Barrett sealed the win with a late breakaway try. New Zealand's All Blacks made history by becoming
In a high-scoring final at Twickenham Stadium , the All Blacks defeated Australia 34–17. A clutch 40-meter drop goal from Dan Carter
The tournament's most enduring story was Japan’s 34–32 victory over two-time champions South Africa.
England became the to be eliminated in the pool stage.