The Brisbane Olympic Games might still be a few years off, but rugby fans won’t have to wait nearly as long for a shot at the action. The Men’s Rugby World Cup (RWC) is coming to Australia in 2027, and ticket sale dates have just been announced. Like the Olympics, this global rugby union showdown rolls around every four years, with the next tournament scheduled for October and November 2027. Even better? Australia will host the biggest competition to date – the first-ever to feature 24 teams (up from 20), including the Wallabies, All Blacks, Springboks and Les Bleus.
With 250,000 international visitors expected and 2.5 million tickets up for grabs – including 1 million priced under $100 – the RWC 2027 is expected to be the largest and most accessible tournament in history. Tickets start at just $40 for adults and $20 for children – here’s how to secure yours.
When is the next Rugby World Cup?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup will take place across six action-packed weeks from October 1 to November 12, 2027.
Where is the next Rugby World Cup?
The 2027 Rugby World Cup will play out across seven cities in Australia, including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Townsville and Newcastle. The action kicks off with the opening ceremony and opening match at Perth Stadium, while the semi-finals and grand final will take place at Sydney’s Stadium Australia.
Australia previously co-hosted the very first Rugby World Cup with New Zealand in 1987, then hosted it solo in 2003.
How to get tickets to the Rugby World Cup 2027?
The first wave of general tickets for all Rugby World Cup 2027 matches will go on sale in February 2026, following the release of the match schedule in January 2026. To access this pre-sale, you’ll need to register on the RWC website before the end of January 2026.
The second batch of tickets will go live in May 2026. Fans around the world will have the chance to apply for tickets via a ballot system. There will be a three-week application period designed to keep things fair, especially for high-demand price categories that are expected to sell out fast.
Is there a pre-sale for the Rugby World Cup 2027?
From July 30, 2025, mega fans can purchase premium packages that bundle tickets with world-class hospitality and immersive experiences across eight of the best matches, including the opening match and the Rugby World Cup final.
For those who can't bear to miss a match, a brand-new Superfan Pass will be released at 2pm (AEST) on August 5, 2025 via the official website. The pass will give you the chance to buy up to four tickets per match for any of the RWC's 52 matches, including the opening match in Perth and the grand final in Sydney. Superfans also score exclusive early access to tickets, with a total limit of 52 tickets across the whole tournament. But act fast — only 2,027 Superfan Passes will be released at $750 (not including the price of match tickets).
How much are tickets to the Rugby World Cup 2027?
With more than 1 million tickets available for under $100, the Rugby World Cup 2027 is set to be the biggest and most accessible tournament yet. Adult tickets start at just $40 for pool matches and $65 to cheer on the Wallabies in their home tournament. Children’s tickets start at $20 for all matches except the semi-finals and the final, while little ones under two can attend for free.
Who won the last Rugby World Cup?
South Africa’s Springboks won the last Rugby World Cup in 2023, beating New Zealand’s All Blacks.
Who’s qualified for the Rugby World Cup 2027?
A new qualification process for the men’s Rugby World Cup Australia 2027 has expanded the tournament from 20 to 24 teams. 12 teams directly qualified by finishing in the top three of their pool at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France, including Australia, defending champions South Africa, New Zealand, France, Italy, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Fiji, England, Argentina and Japan. The remaining 12 spots will be decided through regional competitions and playoffs, with the Final Qualification Tournament taking place in Dubai from November 8 to 18, 2025.
When will the draw for the Rugby World Cup 2025 come out?
The Rugby World Cup 2027 draw will be organised in December 2025 using the current rankings, with the full match schedule set to drop in January 2026.