New batch of Rugby World Cup semi-final tickets to go on general sale

• 55,000 tickets are available, including some for both semi-finals
• Olympic Stadium may have capacity increased, providing extra seats

With 50 days to go until the Rugby World Cup kicks off a further 55,000 tickets, including seats for both semi-finals, will go on general sale on Thursday. Despite the high cost of attending the biggest games, demand remains intense with 45,000 tickets sold in the past 72 hours.

This week’s initial ticket release was restricted to supporters who were unsuccessful in the original ballot but Category A seats remain for England’s game against Uruguay in Manchester, albeit at £250 apiece. Top-of-the-range tickets for the Twickenham semi-finals are also still available at £515 a pop.

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