2003 Rugby World Cup Semi-Final vs Australia
Australia defeats New Zealand 22–10 in the 2003 Rugby World Cup semi-final.
The 2003 Rugby World Cup was the fifth Rugby World Cup and was won by England. Originally planned to be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, all games were shifted to Australia following a contractual dispute over ground signage rights between the New Zealand Rugby Union and Rugby World Cup Limited.
Quick Facts
- Date
- November 15, 2003
- Venue
- Stadium Australia, Sydney
- Final score
- Australia 22, New Zealand 10
- Key players (nz)
- Tana Umaga
- Jonah Lomu
- Carlos Spencer
- Tournament stage
- Semi-Final
Lore & Background
The tournament began with host nation Australia defeating Argentina 24–8 at Stadium Australia in Sydney. Australia went on to defeat New Zealand 22–10 in the semi-final, to play England in the final. Along with a try to Jason Robinson, Jonny Wilkinson kicked four penalties and then a drop-goal in extra time to win the game 20–17 for England, who became the first northern hemisphere team to win the Webb Ellis Cup.
Reader's Guide
The semi-final between Australia and New Zealand was played at Stadium Australia in Sydney. Australia won 22–10, advancing to the final against England.
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