Here's everything that's been happening on social media over the last few days
As you would expect, it’s been a busy few days for those interested in Rugby World Cup social media output. There has been a lot to take in. So we have picked through a few of the funniest, smartest and downright weirdest moments for you to enjoy.
Test Match Animals
Big fan of the use of animals on Japanese TV as a way to describe the positions in rugby!
Think the wild boar at hooker is probably my favourite!#RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/eyDHIUvduL
— Paul Eddison (@pauleddison) September 23, 2019
Writer Paul Eddison spotted this cracker of a graphic on Japanese TV explaining each rugby position. And yes, they have made the fly-half position a human being. The obvious highlights are the wild boar at hooker and the monkey at nine.
This all begs the question: what should the utility mack on your bench be?
Incredible View
How about this from Rugby World Cup and sponsor Canon, looking at George Bridge’s try for the All Blacks against South Africa?
Mind blown ?
Get onto the pitch with George Bridge and the @AllBlacks at #RWC2019
Courtesy of @Canon_mj pic.twitter.com/CStzkQKGIc
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 23, 2019
Now that is how you watch rugby. This is the kind of innovation you love to see at major tournaments.
Even Better View?
Of course, not all views have to be technologically advanced. We give you fans in Fiji…
Bula Vinaka guys. When I mentioned yesty the people in Karoko ?? were on the roof trying to get a glimpse of @fijirugby v @wallabies I wasn’t kidding. How good. #rwc2019 #FIJvAUS ?@SRSFiji pic.twitter.com/56mjNdzWmG
— Sean Maloney (@seanny202) September 21, 2019
We hope they enjoyed the game.
Georgian Pranks
This post on instagram from Georgian prop Levan Chilachava shows some elite-level pranking from the Georgians.
Be prepared. There will be a lot of pranking videos doing the rounds on players’ social media profiles during this Rugby World Cup.
Change of Policy
After a few complaints about queues for food at venues, the organisers have had to make a big concessions. Here they are on their decision
**#RWC2019 in-venue food policy change**
From today, fans will be permitted to bring food into match venues for personal consumption. Please be aware that this change relates only to food. Beverages will remain strictly prohibited as per normal RWC security policy.— Rugby World Cup 2019™ Fan Information (@Japan2019_ENG) September 23, 2019
Considering the big fear was that beer would run out in pubs and venues during this World Cup, this has become a big talking point.
Ridiculous Flexibility
The official Rugby World Cup page has paid this tribute to a bowing Cian Healy…
The Circle of Life feat. @ProperChurch ?? #RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/ooTjyTvcNx
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 22, 2019
Traditional Dress
This is some sartorial move from the Canadian national squad… Yep, they are in traditional Japanese attire here!
??? The @RugbyCanada team are really embracing the Japanese culture and the locals are loving it #RWC2019 pic.twitter.com/2jgIL10yBz
— Rugby World Cup (@rugbyworldcup) September 23, 2019
NFL Legend Support
New England Patriots’ evergreen quarterback Tom Brady showed his support for the Springboks before their showdown with the All Blacks…
Surely the Boks cant lose if @TomBrady is behind them? pic.twitter.com/gKuabQusdn
— Zelím Nel (@Zels77) September 20, 2019
Before realising that, as a Patriot, he should really side with the USA Eagles too…
Thanks, @TomBrady. pic.twitter.com/1l0cCnxDgf
— Aalina Tabani (@aalinatabani) September 20, 2019
National Confusion
Samoa-capped prop Paul Alo-Emile wasn’t impressed with Fox Sport Austrlia’s presenter mixing up Manu Tuilagi’s heritage after England’s win over Tonga on Sunday.
Tonga…Samoa…same same ??♂️??♂️? @Manutuilagi @rugbyworldcup #ENGvTGA pic.twitter.com/Gq14nsFoiI
— Paul Alo-Emile (@PaulAloEmile) September 22, 2019
What do we reckon: A bit of fishing or a genuine bob-boo from presenter Nick McArdle?
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