Men's Rugby World Cup 2027
7 Australian Locations | 1st Oct - 13th Nov 2027
The draw is complete, the pools are set, and the countdown to the biggest Rugby World Cup in history has officially begun. In 2027, the world’s elite will descend upon Australia for an expanded tournament featuring 24 nations and 52 matches, an increase from the 48 games seen in 2023.
From the opening whistle in Perth to the crowning of a champion in Sydney, this is your invitation to experience the pinnacle of rugby in ultimate style.
The New Format
For the first time ever, the Rugby World Cup will feature six pools of four teams, leading into a brand-new Round of 16. This streamlined pool stage ensures high-stakes rugby earlier in the tournament, providing fans with more competitive match-ups and less downtime.
Iconic Host Cities & Venues
The 52-match schedule will be hosted across seven vibrant Australian cities, blending world-class sport with the unique culture of Australia:
| City | Venue | Key Highlights |
| Perth | Boorloo | Perth Stadium | Opening Match: Australia vs Hong Kong China |
| Sydney | Gadigal | Stadium Australia | The Grand Final, Semi-Finals, and England vs Wales |
| Brisbane | Meeanjin | Brisbane Stadium | Hosting back-to-back Quarter-Finals |
| Melbourne | Narrm | Docklands Stadium | Pool and Round of 16 clashes |
| Adelaide | Tarntanya | Adelaide Oval | Historic setting for Argentina vs Fiji and South Africa vs Italy |
| Newcastle | Awabakal | Newcastle Stadium | Pool stage festival matches |
| Townsville | Gurambilbarra | North QLD Stadium | Tropical rugby atmosphere for global pool fixtures |
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