South Africa beat New Zealand 12-11 in a tense final to lift the Webb Ellis Cup for a fourth time, while England claim the bronze final with a win over Argentina. ...
Rugby World Cup
New visual identity revealed as Rugby World Cup embraces exciting future and rugby’s unique energy
With bold ambitions, Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 has officially become the current Rugby World Cup host and is already cementing its status as an event of firsts. ...
ARG 23-26 ENG: England claim third place with hard-fought win
SAINT-DENIS - England won the bronze final at Rugby World Cup 2023 on Friday after a 26-23 victory over Argentina at Stade de France. ...
Rugby World Cup 2023 final preview: New Zealand v South Africa
Everything you need to know about New Zealand v South Africa in the Rugby World Cup 2023 final at Stade de France, on Saturday, 28 October. ...
Rugby World Cup 2027 expanded to 24 teams
The men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia will feature 24 teams after the World Rugby Council approved historic reimagination of the competition format, window and timing. ...
New Global Rugby Calendar Approved by World Rugby Council
Historic rugby calendar reform to supercharge reach and competitiveness Adjustments to World Rugby Regulation 9 underpin the most significant overhaul of the international game since the sport went professional First-ever dedicated women’s and men’s calendars from 2025 and 2026 respectively, ...
Quarter-finals for Rugby World Cup 2023 confirmed
The quarter-final line-up for Rugby World Cup 2023 has been confirmed, with two matches in Marseille and two in Saint-Denis. All matches take place on the weekend of Saturday, 14 and Sunday, 15 October. ...
‘Truly global’ WXV to bring more visibility to women’s 15s and a route to Rugby World Cup
Sally Horrox, World Rugby Chief of Women’s Rugby, on the growth of the 15s game through the launch of the WXV, and why rugby is leading a cultural shift in women's sport. ...
JPN 28-22 SAM: Brave Blossoms eyeing last eight
TOULOUSE - Japan are still in the hunt for quarter-finals after beating Samoa 28-22 in Pool D at Stadium de Toulouse on Thursday, 28 September. ...
ENG 34-12 JPN: England top Pool D after bonus-point win over Japan
NICE - Courtney Lawes' bizarre try helps England to a 34-12 victory over Japan in Pool D at Stade de Nice on Sunday, 17 September. ...