England vs New Zealand, Rugby World Cup 2019: Player ratings as Eddie Jones’ side dethrone All Blacks
The IndependentSign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England dethroned reigning champions New Zealand in a dominant 19-7 victory to advance to the Rugby World Cup final for the first time in 12 years. England rattled their opponents early as Manu Tuilagi crossed the try line in the second minute, with the tone set for the remainder of the match as New Zealand struggled to match England’s ferocity at the breakdown. George Ford added four penalties and, despite a late Ardie Savea try, England’s resistance never faltered with a World Cup final now awaiting against the winner of Wales vs South Africa.