IT'S NOT quite as globally attractive as the FIFA World Cup or Olympic Games, but the Rugby World Cup is still one of the greatest sporting competitions in existence.
As such, it's still surprising that it has only been on the go since 1987, and we've stumbled upon these golden oldies from the inaugural event in New Zealand and Australia 28 years ago.
Thanks to Inpho.ie for the images. Look out for our Rugby World Cup special edition of The Irish Post, on the shelves on Wednesday, September 16.
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