Scroll down for the complete 2027 Rugby World Cup 2027 fixture list, including UK kick-off times and host venues.
The draw for the tournament’s 11th edition was held on Wednesday 3 December at 09:00 GMT and was broadcast live on RugbyPass TV.
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As hosts, Australia were automatically placed into Pool A, with the remaining 23 nations drawn during the ceremony.
The expanded tournament will be the biggest in history: 24 nations and territories, seven host cities, six weeks of action — all chasing one trophy.
World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson conducted the draw in December before fixtures, kick off times, and stadiums were confirmed at the start of February.
2027 Rugby World Cup Draw & Fixtures (UK times & Stadiums)
All kick-off times are UK local time (BST).
Pool A – New Zealand, Australia, Chile, Hong Kong China
A heavyweight trans-Tasman showdown headlines this pool, with New Zealand and hosts Australia expected to battle for top spot. Chile and Hong Kong China will be targeting statement wins as they look to upset the established order.
- Australia v Hong Kong China | 1 Oct | 11:45 | Perth Stadium, Perth
- New Zealand v Chile | 2 Oct | 06:15 | Perth Stadium, Perth
- Australia v New Zealand | 9 Oct | 07:10 | Stadium Australia, Sydney
- Chile v Hong Kong China | 9 Oct | 11:15 | North Queensland Stadium, Townsville
- New Zealand v Hong Kong China | 15 Oct | 07:15 | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne
- Australia v Chile | 16 Oct | 06:10 | Brisbane Stadium, Brisbane
Pool B – South Africa, Italy, Georgia, Romania
Defending champions South Africa will start as clear favourites, but Italy’s steady rise and Georgia’s formidable forward power could make this pool tighter than expected. Romania will aim to rediscover their traditional edge on the world stage.
- South Africa v Italy | 3 Oct | 05:45 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
- Georgia v Romania | 3 Oct | 11:15 | North Queensland Stadium, Townsville
- South Africa v Georgia | 10 Oct | 07:45 | Brisbane Stadium, Brisbane
- Italy v Romania | 11 Oct | 09:45 | Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
- Italy v Georgia | 17 Oct | 02:15 | Newcastle Stadium, Newcastle
- South Africa v Romania | 17 Oct | 12:15 | Perth Stadium, Perth
Pool C – Argentina, Fiji, Spain, Canada
This pool promises flair and unpredictability. Argentina and Fiji bring attacking firepower, while Spain continue their steady climb in Europe. Canada will look to re-establish themselves as a genuine World Cup force.
- Fiji v Spain | 4 Oct | 04:15 | Newcastle Stadium, Newcastle
- Argentina v Canada | 4 Oct | 09:45 | Brisbane Stadium, Brisbane
- Fiji v Canada | 10 Oct | 02:45 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
- Argentina v Spain | 10 Oct | 05:15 | Docklands Stadium, Melbourne
- Argentina v Fiji | 16 Oct | 03:45 | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
- Spain v Canada | 16 Oct | 11:15 | North Queensland Stadium, Townsville
