Mastercard Reveals Priceless Moments Report

11 Aug 2015 | tshego

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With just over one month to go until the start of the Rugby World Cup 2015, a new report from MasterCard has revealed what rugby fans across the rugby nations believe are the most priceless moments throughout the history of the tournament.

According to the report, Jonny Wilkinson’s winning drop goal in 2003 was voted the most priceless moment in the history of the competition with 24%.

Nelson Mandela handing South Africa captain Francois Pienaar the Webb Ellis Cup after the Springboks’ victory over New Zealand in 1995 (23%) was voted a very close second, whilst Ireland’s shock victory against Australia in 2011 (13%) made up the top three.

The Priceless Moments Report from MasterCard, an official worldwide partner of Rugby World Cup 2015, also revealed the best tries ever scored throughout the Tournament’s history.

All Blacks winger Jonah Lomu’s second try against England in the 1995 semi-final took the title with over 27% of the votes, while fellow New Zealander John Kirwan’s length of the field try against Italy in 1987 (15%) ran a close second.

With just over one month to go until Rugby World Cup 2015 kicks-off, rugby fans around the globe have tipped MasterCard ambassador Dan Carter to be the standout player at this year’s tournament in England. Other players expected to make an impact include Welsh speedster George North (14%) and Ireland’s talisman Jonny Sexton (13%).

Ann Cairns, president, international markets at MasterCard, said: “Rugby World Cup 2015 is the biggest sporting event of the year and MasterCard is delighted to be a true partner in an event that will truly deliver priceless moments and surprises for fans around the world.

“Every four years the Rugby World Cup creates unforgettable moments that will forever live in the memory of rugby fans around the world. This year, MasterCard will be helping fans create and celebrate their own memories by connecting them to Priceless experiences ahead of and during Rugby World Cup 2015.”

The Priceless Moments Report, carried out for MasterCard by Motar London, featured over 4,000 respondents across 13 countries worldwide: England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France, Italy, New Zealand, South Africa, Australia, Argentina, USA, Canada and Japan.