Namibia at the World Cup

Namibia has participated at all Rugby World Cup since their first appearance in 1999. They are yet to win a match (up until 2023).

Trivia

Namibia has the distinction of having the widest winning margin in a World Cup match scored against them. Australia beat Namibia by 142 points in 2003.
Namibian Rudie van Vuuren appeared in both the cricket and rugby union World Cups in 2003.

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