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Rugby World Cup 2027 — Odds, Facts & Betting Guide
1 October – 13 November 2027 · Australia, Australia
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The Rugby World Cup is the pinnacle of international rugby union, and the 2027 edition in Australia is the first to feature an expanded 24-team format. It runs from 1 October to 13 November 2027 across venues including the 80,000-plus capacity Stadium Australia in Sydney.
South Africa are the reigning back-to-back champions, having won in 2019 and 2023. A six-week tournament with pool and knockout stages, the World Cup generates enormous betting interest in the UK and worldwide, from the outright winner to individual match betting.
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Rugby World Cup: fast facts
- The 2027 Rugby World Cup runs from 1 October to 13 November in Australia.
- It is the first edition to feature an expanded 24-team format, up from 20.
- South Africa are the reigning champions, having won back-to-back titles in 2019 and 2023.
- The Springboks have won the World Cup a record four times.
- Matches will be played across major Australian venues including Stadium Australia in Sydney.
- It is the third time Australia has hosted the tournament, after 1987 (co-host) and 2003.
Past winners
| Year | Winner | Key detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | South Africa | Beat New Zealand 12-11 in the final to retain the title |
| 2019 | South Africa | Beat England in the final in Japan |
| 2015 | New Zealand | Beat Australia to retain the title |
| 2011 | New Zealand | Won on home soil |
| 2007 | South Africa | Beat England in the final |
| 2003 | England | Jonny Wilkinson's drop goal beat Australia in extra time |
| 1999 | Australia | Second world title |
| 1995 | South Africa | Won on home soil in the famous Mandela final |
| 1991 | Australia | First world title |
| 1987 | New Zealand | Won the inaugural tournament |
How to bet on Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup betting is dominated by the outright winner market, traditionally headed by the southern-hemisphere giants and the leading European nations. To-reach-the-final and pool-winner markets offer alternatives to backing the champion outright.
On matchday, result and handicap betting are the staples — the handicap matters because pool stages produce some very one-sided games — alongside first and anytime try scorer. The expanded 24-team format adds more mismatches worth studying for handicap and points markets.
A six-week tournament rewards patience. Spread your betting across the stages, weight southern-hemisphere pedigree and squad depth, and keep every stake within an affordable budget.
Popular markets
- Outright winner
- To reach the final
- Pool winner
- Top try scorer
- Match result and handicap
- Tournament top points scorer
Rugby World Cup 2027: your questions answered
When is the Rugby World Cup 2027?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup runs from 1 October to 13 November in Australia.
Who are the defending Rugby World Cup champions?
South Africa, who beat New Zealand 12-11 in the 2023 final to win back-to-back titles.
How many teams are in the 2027 Rugby World Cup?
24 teams — an expansion from the 20-team format used in previous tournaments.
Which country has won the most Rugby World Cups?
South Africa, with a record four titles (1995, 2007, 2019 and 2023).
Where is the 2027 Rugby World Cup being held?
In Australia, across major venues including Stadium Australia in Sydney.