Men'S Rugby World Cup 2027 Dates. 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. The 2027 rugby world cup, hosted in australia, marks the tournament’s first.

The 2027 rugby world cup, the 11th to be held, will be contested in australia from 1 october. World rugby has set course for the 2027 world cup in australia, unveiling its logo and wider branding for the tournament.