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Rugby World Cup 2003 funniest moments

BY Jack Tunney  ·  Monday Jul 24, 2023

The 2003 World Cup in Australia has gone down in folklore as one of the most thrilling international tournaments in the history of the sport. The exploits of the likes of Jonny Wilkinson, Shane Williams, Carlos Spencer, Rupeni Caucaunibuca, and a series of others encouraged a whole generation of young players to take up the sport.

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With the tournament having been known for its incredible atmosphere, huge matches, and quality of play, it’s easy to forget the little hiccups along the way.

The tournament in question had many many moments to keep the atmosphere light, even in the tightest and most serious of games. Check out this compilation of the funniest moments of the tournament:

Now anyone reading this that doesn’t remember that particular World Cup, here’s a nice little 58 minute reminder…

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