The moment England finally became world champions. All the drama, all the action.

This is the exclusive Official Review of the Rugby World Cup 2003, the greatest rugby show on Earth. Six weeks of stunning action, moments of genius, incredible skill and awesome power. The tournament had lived up to all its expectations and there were countless heroes along the way. The greatest names in rugby: Gregan, Wilkinson, Galthie and ODriscoll shared top billing with a new generation of rugby superstars All Black Joe Rokocoko, Fijis Caucau, Springbok Joe Van Niekerk, Shane Williams of Wales and Frances Freddie Michalak. On Saturday 22nd Novemer 2003 history was made. At the end of a spectacular tournament, England were crowned World Champions, the first northern hemisphere country to lift the William Webb Ellis Cup.



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