Rugby World Cup Trivia Questions

The Webb Ellis Cup honors the legend that Ellis first picked up a football and ran with it at Rugby School in 1823, though historians debate this.

Knockout rounds must have a winner, so extra time and a penalty shootout are used. Draws only occur in pool matches.

In 2015, Japan beat two-time champion South Africa 34-32 in Brighton, a shock victory that stunned the rugby world and became known as the 'Brighton Miracle.'

Despite appearing in several tournaments, the US Eagles have lost every match they've played, with their best result being a draw against Japan in 2003.

The All Blacks have three titles (1987, 2011, 2015), tied with South Africa. But South Africa also has three (1995, 2007, 2019).

The first tournament was in 1987, but the second was in 1991, establishing a four-year cycle. However, due to COVID-19, the 2019 event was pushed to 2023.

Referees can issue a red card for any high-risk tackle, regardless of prior warnings. This happened to several players in recent World Cups for head-contact fouls.

Mouthguards are strongly recommended but not mandatory. Many players choose not to wear them, though some competitions now require them for safety.