Kevin and Lynette Pivac

Extended version: Deaf Rugby World Cup final – New Zealand vs Wales

2002 •
COMMUNITY EVENTS DEAF SPORTS
Extended version: New Zealand play Wales in the Deaf Rugby World Championship final at Eden Park, Auckland in 2002.
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Wales were crowned Deaf Rugby World champions at Eden Park in Auckland on the 24th August 2002. Following a hard fought game against fellow finalists New Zealand, Wales emerged as champions with a 28-14 victory. Both teams had performed well in the rounds, with New Zealand reaching the final of the inaugural tournament after a dramatic 23-16 win over Australia at Waitemata Park. This was the first Deaf Rugby World Championship tournament, with Wales winning the right to host the second competition.

Relevant Links

New Zealand Deaf Rugby Wales Deaf Rugby Union
Donated by Kevin and Lynette Pivac
Original format VHS
Reference number KP16-01-SPO02
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