A blustery northerly breeze greeted both fans and players on Day Three of the World Rugby Classic at the National Sports Centre North Field, providing challenging conditions for two crucial round-robin matches.
Argentina Legends 21 Classic Canada 13
The evening kicked off with a heavyweight clash between the Argentina Legends and Classic Canada, with both sides having secured victories on the opening day.
Classic Canada looked to be in control early, using the wind to their advantage to build a commanding 13-3 lead by the half-time whistle. However, the game pivoted entirely in the second period. With the wind at their back and mounting momentum, the Argentina Legends staged a dramatic turnaround.
The Argentines put up a massive 18 points after the break, completely shutting down the Canadian attack and running out winners with a final score of 21-13. The stunning comeback secures a valuable win for the Legends and derails Canada's perfect start to the tournament.
Italian Classic XV 28 Classic Eagles (USA) 20
In the nightcap, the Italian Classic XV clashed with the Classic Eagles (USA), with both teams desperately searching for their first win of the 2025 tournament.
The match proved to be a classic back-and-forth battle, full of attacking intent and physical play. In the end, it was the Italian Classic XV who found the edge, defeating the Classic Eagles 28-20.
The victory provides a vital boost for the Italian camp, putting their opening-day loss behind them and giving them a foothold in the league standings. For the Eagles, the search for a win continues as the intensity of the Classic only increases.
