Rugby World Cup 2015: Uruguay and Russia to play-off

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Joaquin Prada (l) and Russia's Vasily ArtemyevImage source, Reuters

Uruguay will play Russia for the final spot at the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England.

The South Americans beat Hong Kong 28-3 to book their play-off berth, while Russia saw off Zimbabwe 23-15.

The two-legged repechage winner will contest Pool A honours against Australia, England, Wales - who are also hosting games - and Fiji.

Uruguay have played at two previous World Cups, 1999 and 2003, while Russia made their debut in 2011.

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