there was not a Rugby world cup in 2008.There was one during 2007 which was won by South Africa
John Drake - rugby union - died in 2008.
No, rugby union has not been an Olympic event since 1924.
Martin Corry.
St. Josephs College Hunters Hill Sydney
Australia - League Code in 2008. France - Union Code in 2007
New Zealand beat Australia in the final to win the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
If you are talking about Rugby Union, believe it or not it is a Japanese player, Daisuke Ohata, with 69 tries (data correct on the 11th of April of 2008, as the player is still active).
The current Australian national rugby coach (2008 Tri-nations) is Robbie Deans, a New Zealander.
New Zealand
New Zealand, having recently beaten Australia in the final of the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
29 Nov 2008 Wales 21 - 18 Australia
New Zealand.