Australia earmarked to host 2027 RWC

World Rugby yesterday (Wednesday) announced  its preferred candidates to host the 2025 RWC (Women’s) & the 2027 RWC (Men’s).  

England was named as the preferred candidate for the 2025 World Cup while Australia was favoured the host the 2027 tournament. 

“All countries have worked closely with World Rugby and other key stakeholders to fulfil the requirements to achieve Preferred Candidate and Exclusive Targeted Dialogue status respectively,” a statement from World Rugby said. 

“Alongside the awarding of Preferred Candidate status to England and Australia, the World Rugby Council additionally voted to implement a series of exclusive discussions with the USA in relation to Rugby World Cup 2031 hosting. 

“As an emerging rugby market with a 10-year runway to the 2031 tournament, the USA will require a unique and extended approach that will require extensive further dialogue with key stakeholders. This dialogue will take place with a view to developing the most effective hosting model for a Rugby World Cup in North America and the global game in the long-term.“