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“Bit of a shocker: 2/10” – Three players who flopped in the Rugby World Cup opener

#2.Tupou Vaa’i (New Zealand)

Planet Rugby 4/10: “Elevated into the starting role after Cane’s late withdrawal and did not make the most of his chance. He split a pass badly that cost his side and made a poor pass. He missed a few tackles and didn’t carry to the line.”

Rugby Pass 4/10: “Brought in as a last-minute replacement for Sam Cane and was curiously handed the relatively unfamiliar No 6 jersey. Couldn’t clear out Julien Marchand when the French hooker went searching for the ball immediately following the opening try, with France winning the breakdown penalty. “

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