The highly anticipated Rugby World Cup opener, featuring hosts France and three-time champions the All Blacks, is scheduled for Friday, September 8.
Team Lineup
- Codie Taylor
- Nepo Laulala
- Sam Whitelock
- Scott Barrett
- Dalton Papali’i
- Sam Cane (captain)
- Ardie Savea
- Aaron Smith
- Richie Mo’unga
- Mark Telea
- Anton Lienert-Brown
- Rieko Ioane
- Will Jordan
- Beauden Barrett
- Samisoni Taukei’aho
- Ofa Tuungafasi
- Fletcher Newell
- Tupou Vaa’i
- Luke Jacobson
- Finlay Christie
- David Havili
- Leicester Fainga’anuku
Preview In a highly anticipated matchup, France will take on the three-time champions, the All Blacks, in the opening game of the Rugby World Cup on September 8th. This clash promises to be a thrilling start to the tournament, with both teams eager to make their mark on the world stage. Rugby fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting this exciting encounter.
