South Africa Secures Record Fourth Rugby World Cup Win, Defeating New Zealand in Final

With Pollard's critical kicks and overcoming a 14-man New Zealand team, South Africa hailed as the greatest team in World Cup history following their victory.

• South Africa secured their record fourth Rugby World Cup win by defeating a 14-man New Zealand team, solidifying their status as the greatest team in World Cup history.
• Key player in South Africa's victory was Pollard, whose exceptional kicking skills were instrumental in securing their win.
• BBC commentator Matt Dawson highlighted that South Africa's 2023 winning World Cup team was considered stronger and more accomplished than the triumphant New Zealand teams of 2011 and 2015.
• This win was considered particularly crucial for South Africa, a country 'short on good news stories', and the pressure of not letting down their 62 million population was highlighted.
• The final win took place in Paris where South Africa clinched the Rugby World Cup title, successfully retaining their crown.

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