THAT RUGBY WORLD CUP REVIEW

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Key Points: Team experienced difficulty adjusting to local customs (hardwork, modesty, organisation, etc) Language barrier prevented local media from communicating with Joe Schmidt and Rory Best Time difference played havoc with preparations as Irish side still thought it was 2018 IRFU blazers refused to renounce their divinity

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