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0915 Best of RWC 2015 week one { 68 images } Created 28 Sep 2015

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  • members of he Uruguay rugby team take 'selfies'. .Uruguay 2015 World Cup team welcoming ceremony at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff, Wales.on Monday 14th Sept 2015.<br />
pic by Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_RWC_Uruguay team welcome_ao38.jpg
  • a General view of the Webb Ellis Trophy  in front of the London Eye. RWC 2015, Coca Cola London Eye launch for the Rugby World cup event  in London on Tuesday 15th Sept  2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_RWC_London eye launch_ao23.jpg
  • Andrew Mehrtens of New Zealand kicks an Official Rugby World Cup match ball into the London Eye as the other rugby legends look on. RWC 2015, Coca Cola London Eye launch for the Rugby World cup event  in London on Tuesday 15th Sept  2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_RWC_London eye launch_ao18.jpg
  • Fireworks go off just before the 1st RWC match kicks off. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Fiji at Twickenham Stadium in London on Friday 18th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Fiji_RWC_ao6.jpg
  • HRH Prince Harry of Wales making a speech during the opening ceremony. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Fiji at Twickenham Stadium in London on Friday 18th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Fiji_RWC_ao1.jpg
  • Mike Brown of England breaks past his tacklers Nikola Matawalu of Fiji and Ben Volavola of Fiji as he scores his 2nd try of the match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Fiji at Twickenham Stadium in London on Friday 18th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Fiji_RWC_ao23.jpg
  • Nikola Matawalu of Fiji scores his teams '1st try' of the game only to see it disallowed minutes later as the tackle from Mike Brown of England had led to him dropping the ball. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Fiji at Twickenham Stadium in London on Friday 18th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Fiji_RWC_ao11.jpg
  • Luke Fitzgerald of Ireland jumps for a high ball with Matt Evans of Canada. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao31.jpg
  • a general view of a lineout. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao79.jpg
  • a general view of a section of the crowd. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao103.jpg
  • Ray Barkwill of Canada looks on. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool  match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao30.jpg
  • Sean Cronin of Ireland breaks away from the tackle from Canada's Andrew Tiedemann. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao16.jpg
  • Keith Earls  of Ireland is hauled down by Andrew Tiedemann of Canada.Rugby World Cup 2015 pool match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao66.jpg
  • Liam Williams of Wales gets a knock in a tackle from Uruguay's Rodrigo Silva. .Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao3.jpg
  • Jorge Zerbino is tackled by Tomas Francis of Wales. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao61.jpg
  • Juan Gaminara of Uruguay passes the ball to his teammate Alejo Duran (22). Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao65.jpg
  • Gareth Davies of Wales beats the tackle from Uruguay's Agustin Ormaechea to dive over and score a try in 2nd half . Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_try_ao27.jpg
  • a general view as the Uruguay team warm up behind the pitch side ITV sport presenting team. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao47.jpg
  • Cory Allen of Wales  gets a pass away as he's tackled by Rodrigo Silva of Uruguay. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao87.jpg
  • Rugby kids run through The Pack outside Wembley before k.o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao9.jpg
  • a Group of  Argentina fans with Zebra heads pose outside Wembley Stadium before k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao8.jpg
  • Beauden Barrett of New Zealand runs in and 'scores' a try that was later disallowed. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao50.jpg
  • a Young England fan poses outside Wembley with a banner say "I love Rugby" before k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao14.jpg
  • Guido Petti Pagadizabal of Argentina is tackled by Brodie Retallick of New Zealand and Ben Franks of New Zealand. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao19.jpg
  • a France supporter outside Twickenham before k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, France v Italy at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_France v Italy_RWC_ao14.jpg
  • Mathieu Bastareaud of France charges into Tommaso Allan of Italy. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, France v Italy at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_France v Italy_RWC_ao30.jpg
  • France fan with face paint looking on. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, France v Italy at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_France v Italy_RWC_ao46.jpg
  • a General view of inside Twickenham Stadium before k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, France v Italy at Twickenham Stadium in London on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_France v Italy_RWC_ao18.jpg
  • an official rugby world cup helper show's fans which way to go outside Cardiff castle.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao1.jpg
  • a group of female Fiji fans pose outside the stadium. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao8.jpg
  • Australia's Will Genia © and Adam Ashley-Cooper attempt to collect a loose ball only to be denied by a strong Fiji tackle. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao13.jpg
  • Australian players are flying as Matt Giteau (l), Michael Hooper © and no 8 David Pocock stop a Fiji attack from Leone Nakarawa of Fiji. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao27.jpg
  • Adam Ashley-Cooper of Australia runs past the Webb Ellis trophy onto the pitch at the start of the game. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao100.jpg
  • Metuisela Talebula of Fiji makes a run down the wing.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Australia v Fiji at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Wednesday 23rd September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Australia v Fiji_RWC_ao29.jpg
  • a General view of inside the Olympic Stadium as preparations are underway before k/o of tonight's match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao2.jpg
  • Jacques Burger, the Namibia captain looking up at the score board. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao34.jpg
  • PJ Van Lill of Namibia takes  a selfie with with New Zealand fans after the match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao45.jpg
  • Jerome Kaino of New Zealand running with the ball while Tjiuee Uanivi of Namibia attempts to tackle him. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao53.jpg
  • New Zealand players perform the Haka before k/o.Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao58.jpg
  • an Ireland fan with a painted Ireland flag holding an official match ball on his bald head outside Wembley before k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao4.jpg
  • Jamie Heaslip, the Ireland captain is hit hard in a tackle by Catalin Fercu of Romania. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao23.jpg
  • Nehe Milner-Skudder of New Zealand is tackled by Johan Tromp of Namibia. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao14.jpg
  • Nehe Milner-Skudder of New Zealand dives over and scores his teams 2nd try. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_try_ao...jpg
  • a general view as the Sun shines through Wembley Stadium during the 1st half, the match was played in front of a new record attendance for a RWC match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao37.jpg
  • Chris Henry of Ireland  looks on with a blooded bandage on his head  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao44.jpg
  • Jared Payne of Ireland is tackled by Paula Kinikinilau of Romania. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao35.jpg
  • Dan Carter of New Zealand talks to the media.Rugby World Cup 2015 , New Zealand Allblacks player media session at the Hilton Hotel in Cardiff , South Wales on Monday 28th September 2015. The Allblacks are in Cardiff preparing for their next pool match against Georgia on Friday night.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand_Allblacks_pc_ao10.jpg
  • Victor Vito of New Zealand(r) talks to the media.Rugby World Cup 2015 , New Zealand Allblacks player media session at the Hilton Hotel in Cardiff , South Wales on Monday 28th September 2015. The Allblacks are in Cardiff preparing for their next pool match against Georgia on Friday night.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand_Allblacks_pc_ao20.jpg
  • Jamie Roberts of Wales is tackled by Sam Burgess of England (on ground) to stop a Welsh attack. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao49.jpg
  • Chris Robshaw , the England captain © looks dejected after his team concede a penalty. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao94.jpg
  • Dan Biggar of Wales celebrates as he watches his late conversion go over the posts which secures the final points of the match and a Welsh win. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao102.jpg
  • the ground staff are quick to remove the post pads as Wales players celebrate their win.Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao107.jpg
  • a general view of the stadium as the lights go on and off ahead of k/o. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao113.jpg
  • Jonny May of England scores his teams 1st try.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_try_ao30.jpg
  • Gareth Davies of Wales scores his try late in 2nd half. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_try_ao69.jpg
  • Gareth Davies of Wales celebrates with teammate Taulupe Faletau (8) after he scores his sides late try.Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_try_ao81.jpg
  • Wales head coach Warren Gatland looks on ahead of the match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao130.jpg
  • Tom Wood of England is upended in a tackle from Bradley Davies of Wales.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao35.jpg
  • Dan Biggar of Wales kicks a conversion after Gareth Davies try to secure the  points to win the match for Wales.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao60.jpg
  • the ground staff are quick to remove the post pads as Wales players celebrate their win. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao104.jpg
  • Wales fans celebrate their teams win at end of match. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_ao66.jpg
  • Gareth Davies of Wales scores his try late in 2nd half. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London, England  on Saturday 26th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Wales_RWC_try_ao71.jpg
  • Tony Woodcock of New Zealand is tackled by Pablo Matera of Argentina and Mariano Galarza of Argentina. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Argentina at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Argentina_RWC_ao34.jpg
  • Jake Ball of Wales runs into Jorge Zerbino of Uruguay (5). Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, Wales v Uruguay at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Sunday 20th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Wales v Uruguay_RWC_ao52.jpg
  • Chris Henry of Ireland looks on. Rugby World Cup 2015 pool match, Ireland v Canada at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, South Wales  on Saturday 19th September 2015.<br />
pic by  Andrew Orchard, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Canada_RWC_ao85.jpg
  • Leone Nakarawa of Fiji runs past Brad Barritt of England.  Rugby World Cup 2015 pool A match, England v Fiji at Twickenham Stadium in London on Friday 18th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_England v Fiji_RWC_ao13.jpg
  • Kieran Read of New Zealand (l),  Richie McCaw, the New Zealand captain © and  Ben Smith ® of New Zealand line up singing the National Anthem before k/o.Rugby World Cup 2015 pool C match, New Zealand v Namibia at Olympic Stadium in London on Thursday 24th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_New Zealand v Namibia_RWC_ao59.jpg
  • Darren Cave of Ireland is tackled by Florin Surugiu of Romania..Rugby World Cup 2015 pool D match, Ireland v Romania at Wembley Stadium in London on Sunday 27th September 2015.<br />
pic by John Patrick Fletcher, Andrew Orchard sports photography.
    spt_Ireland v Romania_RWC_ao48.jpg