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The International Rugby Union World Cup is a men's professional tournament that is played every four years featuring 20 top international teams in Rugby Union. The Rugby World Cup falls under the jurisdiction of World Rugby, the sport’s governing body.
The winning team receives the prestigious Webb Ellis Cup, named after William Webb Ellis who is credited as inventing the game in 1823 while a pupil at Rugby School.
The 2027 Rugby Union World Cup will be the 11th edition of the tournament. This will be the first World Cup with 24 teams after an expansion was agreed.
Rugby World Cup History
The inaugural tournament was held in 1987 and co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia with the New Zealand All Blacks emerging victorious. There had long been opposition by some unions within the International Rugby Football Board (now World Rugby) about the idea of a World Cup.
Since the first tournament however, the Rugby Union World Cup has been held every four years and become the pinnacle of World Rugby. Despite being one of the world's most established rugby nations, South Africa did not participate until 1995 after the apartheid regime had been dismantled.
Where is the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup being played?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup will be held in Australia. It will be the 11th edition of the Rugby World Cup, and the second time Australia have hosted the competition.
When is the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup starts on 1 October 2027.
When is the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup Final?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup Final will be held on 13 November 2027.
What teams will contest the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup?
There will be teams from 24 different nations taking part in the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup.
What are the Pools in the 2023 Rugby Union World Cup?
The 24 teams contesting the tournament are seeded and split into six pools of four teams each. The draw for the showpiece event will take place in January 2026.
Who has won the most Rugby Union World Cup titles?
South Africa have won the Rugby World Cup on four occasions. New Zealand are next best with three, Australia two and England one.
What happened at the 2023 Rugby Union World Cup?
South Africa became the first side to win the Rugby World Cup on four occasions. They also became only the second side (after New Zealand) to successfully defend their World Cup title.
It was certainly the best Rugby World Cup to date. Hosts, France and Ireland were favourites going into the tournament, but considering the lopsided draw, anything could happen. The two abovementioned were on the same side of the draw as New Zealand and South Africa which made for an appetising group stage.
France beat the All Blacks and Ireland beat South Africa in the group phase. It all seemed to be going to script until the quarter-final. New Zealand beat Ireland and South Africa defeated France in two of the best games of rugby union ever played.
From there on it was all about the two Southern Hemisphere giants with three titles each. New Zealand cruised past Argentina in the semi-final while South Africa required a last-ditch long-range penalty to get past England.
In the final, South Africa prevailed by a point against New Zealand, who had to play much of the game a man down after Sam Cane was red carded.
Who are the favourites to win the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup?
New Zealand are the early favourites to win the 2027 Rugby World Cup with defending champions, South Africa in hot pursuit. At this point, Ireland are third favourites to win the title in Australia.
2027 Rugby Union World Cup Live Streaming
The 2027 Rugby Union World Cup is available to watch by live streaming on a number of different platforms depending on your country of residence.
The bet365 live streaming service is one of the best ways to watch live sport no matter where you are as long as you have a suitable internet connection. Bet365 live streaming can be done on your phone, tablet or computer and requires a funded account and/or bet placed 24 hours prior to game. 18+ and geo-restrictions apply, please see bet365 for full terms and conditions.
Who were the recent Rugby Union World Cup Hosts, Winners and Runners-up?
| Year | Hosts | Winners | Runners-Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Australia | TBC | TBC |
| 2023 | France | South Africa | New Zealand |
| 2019 | Japan | South Africa | England |
| 2015 | England | New Zealand | Australia |
| 2011 | New Zealand | New Zealand | France |
| 2007 | France | South Africa | England |
| 2003 | Australia | England | Australia |
| 1999 | Wales | Australia | France |
| 1995 | South Africa | South Africa | New Zealand |
| 1991 | Europe | Australia | England |
| 1987 | Australia & New Zealand | New Zealand | France |
What tips will you have for the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup?
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When and where is the 2027 Rugby Union World Cup?
The 2027 Rugby Union World Cup will be held in Australia from 1 October to 13 November 2027.
