The 2023 Rugby World Cup will be launched by a blockbuster clash between hosts France and three-time champions New Zealand but Australia still don't know who they'll be facing in their first match.
From the pre-engagement 'Mexican stand-off' to repeated resets, the length of time scrums are taking out of the game is continuing to frustrating players, coaches and fans alike and is quickly becoming a serious issue in the game.
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International The Rugby Championship Rugby World Cup The Rugby Championship Rugby World Cup The Rugby Championship The Rugby Championship Rugby World Cup | Round 6 | P | W | L | D | PF | PA | PD | BP T | BP -7 | BP | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
-  New Zealand | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 118 | 54 | 64 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 11 |
-  Argentina | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 56 | 84 | -28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
-  Australia | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 60 | 96 | -36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Round 6 |
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| - New Zealand |
| - Argentina |
| - Australia |
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