Events tagged with "eden park"

Historical Events tagged with "eden park"

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Sports & Recreation

Inaugural Rugby World Cup Begins

May 22nd, 1987 37 years ago

The inaugural Rugby World Cup commenced with New Zealand facing Italy at Eden Park in Auckland. This historic match saw the host nation, New Zealand, claiming a decisive victory against Italy, setting the tone for the tournament. The event was a landmark achievement in international rugby, signaling the sport's growth and popularity worldwide.