A new bi-annual international competition is also to be launched in 2026.
The next World Cup will be expanded to 24 teams as part of a new global calendar approved by World Rugby’s council.
The change that will come into effect for Australia 2027 is intended to provide more qualification opportunities for emerging nations as well as regional competitions. Further details of the revised format for the group stage will be announced at a World Rugby press conference on Tuesday afternoon. The World Rugby Council has approved transformational reform of the global men’s and women’s rugby calendars
Including the first-ever dedicated women’s and men’s calendars from 2026 and expansion of Rugby World Cup to 24 teams in 2027A new bi-annual international competition is also to be launched in 2026, comprising of two divisions of 12 teams with promotion and relegation commencing from 2030.We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.
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