The Rugby World Cup kicks off tomorrow. Six weeks. 48 matches. Only one winner. Who's favorite?
Japan and Russia kick off the tournament in Tokyo on Friday, six weeks -- or 48 matches -- before a champion is crowned at the International Stadium Yokohama on November 2. New Zealand is going in search of an unprecedented third successive title, and until recently would have been most fans' pick to do so.The All Blacks are still the bookmakers' choice, but losses to Australia, South Africa and Ireland mean that aura of invincibility has been tarnished.
Rugby players advised to cover tattoos in Japan 01:28READ: Japan set to host 'special' World Cup as rugby steps into the unknownWho is the favorite?Former Wales captain Sam Warburton: It's so difficult. I'm not really comfortable with saying any one team but if I had to I'd say South Africa. I don't know why but they've had some really big performances in the last 12 months.
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