Rugby World Cup: commentary mayhem as Japan beat South Africa

Commentators from around the world go ballistic as Karne Hesketh secures incredible upset for Japan – video

Japan v South Africa Rugby World Cup
(Image credit: Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

Japan's sensational last-gasp win over South Africa at the Rugby World Cup has been hailed as a "miracle" and one of the greatest upsets in the history of sport, let alone rugby union.

Before the weekend Japan had only one win at the World Cup to their name, and that came 24 years ago against Zimbabwe.

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