EVERY player dreams of making their nation proud by lifting the Rugby World Cup – and some have done it on more than one occasion.
South Africa crushed England 32-12 to lift the prestigious award in 2019.
And the Springboks have been tipped to add to their tally once again at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
But Six Nations champions Ireland, hosts France and Steve Borthwick's England will be determined to throw a spanner in the works.
However, another triumph for South Africa could see them jump to the top of the leaderboards for most titles won.
Who has won the most Rugby World Cup titles?
New Zealand has won the Rugby World Cup the most times – clinching success on three occasions.
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However, South Africa is right there with the All Blacks as they have also secured Rugby World Cup glory three times.
List of winners:
- New Zealand – 3 (1987, 2011, 2015)
- South Africa – 3 (1995, 2007, 2019)
- Australia – 2 (1991, 1999)
- England – 1 (2003)
When is the Rugby World Cup 2023?
- The Rugby World Cup will begin on Friday, September 8.
- The tournament will last around 7 weeks, with the final taking place on Saturday, October 28.
- Matches will be held in Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Lille, Bordeaux, Saint-Etienne, Nice, Nantes and Toulouse.
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