Rugby World Cup 2019

20 teams across five different groups will compete in the Rugby World Cup 2019 to be hosted by Japan to be played between 20th September and 2nd November. This will also be the first time the showpiece event will be held in Asia.

 

Rugby World Cup Exclusives

Rugby World Cup News

Wales head coach Warren Gatland will step down from his role at end of World Cup

Wales shocked by betting allegations on Rob Howley - Warren Gatland

Rob Howley has been with Wales since 2008

Rob Howley sent home following allegations of 'betting offences'

The move is being considered with player welfare in mind

World Rugby open to increasing squad size for 2023 World Cup

Ben Youngs has played eight World Cup games

Ben Youngs hoping for change of fortune in World Cup

Rob Kearney has recovered from a calf problem

Ireland receive Rob Kearney and Keith Earls boost ahead of Rugby World Cup opener

Jonny May has played 47 Tests

England have squad to win World Cup - Jonny May

 

Team News & Match Reports

Nicolas Sanchez has been named at fly-half

Argentina name experienced line-up for France encounter

Romain Ntamack has played eight Tests for France

Romain Ntamack starts at fly-half for France in World Cup opener against Argentina

David Pocock led Australia to win over Samoa

Christian Lealiifano, David Pocock in Australia line-up for World Cup opener against Fiji

Richie Mo'unga has played 12 Tests for New Zealand

Richie Mo'unga returns at fly-half for New Zealand against South Africa

South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus

South Africa remain unchanged for Rugby World Cup opener against New Zealand

Sonny Bill Williams recently recovered from a calf injury

New Zealand play down concerns of Sonny Bill Williams injury

Rugby World Cup Features

Local rugby club proud of Gilchrist

Local rugby club proud of Gilchrist

Alloa Rugby Club will be keeping an extra close eye on Grant Gilchrist at this year's Rugby World Cup.

England v Italy: The Verdict

England v Italy: The Verdict

Chris Heal delivers his verdict on England's 'strange' final World Cup warm-up victory over Italy in Newcastle.

Andy Gomarsall: Youngs and Heinz give England options

Andy Gomarsall: Youngs and Heinz give England options

A few eyebrows were raised when Eddie Jones named two scrum-halves in his England squad.

Heaton hoping for successful World Cup with Canada

Heaton hoping for successful World Cup with Canada

Four years ago, Matt Heaton was consigned to being a spectator at the World Cup.

Watson delighted by McConnochie inclusion

Watson delighted by McConnochie inclusion

Marcus Watson has praised former teammate Ruaridh McConnochie ahead of the World Cup.

 

Audio & Video

RWC 2019: Podcast Special

RWC 2019: Podcast Special

The Rugby World Cup gets underway on Friday and Joe Harvey & Chris Heal discuss the tournament in our latest podcast.

 
WATCH: TRU's Rugby World Cup Preview Show

WATCH: TRU's Rugby World Cup Preview Show

Joe Harvey and Chris Heal take a look ahead to the Rugby World Cup in Japan in our RWC Preview show.

 
Owen Farrell plated at fly-half for England

Video Highlights: England dominate Italy

England ended their preparations for the World Cup with a 37-0 win over Italy.

 
Italy's Seb Negri chats to TRU

Italy's Seb Negri chats to TRU

Seb Negri caught up with TRU to discuss all things Italy ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

England Rugby World Squad Announcement: Podcast

England Rugby World Squad Announcement: Podcast

Join TRU's Joe Harvey and Chris Heal as they react to England's Rugby World Cup announcement.

More RWC 2019

Fantasy Rugby World Cup 2019: At least £361 in prizes!

Fantasy Rugby World Cup 2019: At least £361 in prizes!

Rob Kearney has played 95 Tests

Ireland's Rob Kearney doubtful for World Cup opener

Don’t miss a minute of the Rugby World Cup with PureVPN

Don’t miss a minute of the Rugby World Cup with PureVPN

Owen Farrell will lead England in the World Cup

England skipper Owen Farrell makes adjustment to tackle technique

Jamie Ritchie suffered a broken cheekbone

Jamie Ritchie to miss Scotland's World Cup opener against Ireland

Joe Cokanasiga has scored five tries from eight Tests

England duo Cokanasiga and Wilson doubtful for World Cup opener

Robbie Henshaw has played 38 Tests

Ireland's Robbie Henshaw likely to be ruled out of World Cup opener against Scotland

Adam Beard has played 16 Tests in last two years

Wales lock Adam Beard undergoes appendix surgery

Luke Jacobson played two Tests for New Zealand

New Zealand's Luke Jacobson ruled out of World Cup

Warren Gatland to step down from Wales role at end of World Cup

Warren Gatland not concerned about Wales' defeats to Ireland ahead of World Cup

Keith Earls suffered a knee injury during the game against Wales

Ireland receive Keith Earls boost ahead of World Cup campaign

Rhys Patchell played 23 minutes during the game against Ireland

Wales expect Rhys Patchell to be fit for World Cup despite another concussion setback

Magnus Bradbury has played seven Tests for Scotland

Magnus Bradbury to join Scotland's World Cup in Japan as injury cover

David Pocock has played 77 Tests for Australia

David Pocock to quit international rugby at end of World Cup

Humble, honest and hardworking - The three Hs that have served Scotland captain McInally so well

Humble, honest and hardworking - The three Hs that have served Scotland captain McInally so well

Stuart McInally has played 29 Tests

Stuart McInally to captain Scotland in World Cup

Wales v Ireland: The Verdict

Wales v Ireland: The Verdict

Louis Picamoles has played 79 Tests for France

France include Louis Picamoles in World Cup squad

Jack Nowell will be looking for a speedy recovery from his operation

England back Jack Nowell to make it to World Cup despite appendix operation

Devin Toner has played 67 Tests for Ireland

Ireland leave out Devin Toner in World Cup squad

Alun Wyn Jones will captain Wales in the World Cup

Cory Hill included in Wales' World Cup squad, Rob Evans misses out

Joe Cokanasiga scored for England in last weekend's win over Ireland

Cokanasiga an exciting prospect for England - Bentley

Georgia on our minds: 8 talking points for Scotland ahead of Tbilisi test and World Cup selection

Georgia on our minds: 8 talking points for Scotland ahead of Tbilisi test and World Cup selection

Finn Russell is retained at fly-half

Scotland make 10 changes for Georgia Test

Michael Leitch will lead Japan in their home World Cup campaign

Japan confirm squad for World Cup

Rassie Erasmus (centre) has strengthened his backroom staff

Felix Jones joins South Africa as defensive analyst ahead of World Cup campaign

Owen Franks has played 108 Tests for New Zealand

New Zealand leave out Owen Franks in World Cup squad

Sam Skinner (centre) has played five Tests for Scotland

Scotland lock Sam Skinner ruled out of World Cup with hamstring injury

England v Ireland: The Verdict

England v Ireland: The Verdict

South Africa director of rugby Rassie Erasmus

South Africa confirm World Cup squad

Australia head coach Michael Cheika

Jordan Petaia included in Australia's World Cup squad

Howe’s about that: Role model Pete Horne is pushing hard for his second World Cup

Howe’s about that: Role model Pete Horne is pushing hard for his second World Cup

‘We are not here to just make up the numbers’ - Landry

‘We are not here to just make up the numbers’ - Landry

Juan Manuel Leguizamon has a chance to become the most capped player for Argentina

Lucas Mensa, Juan Manuel Leguizamon in Argentina's World Cup squad

Marcell Coetzee has played 30 Tests for South Africa

South Africa's Marcell Coetzee ruled out of World Cup

Sergio Parisse will lead Italy in the World Cup

Italy confirm squad for World Cup

From Cambridgeshire to Nice: Rory Hutchinson’s rise with Scotland

From Cambridgeshire to Nice: Rory Hutchinson’s rise with Scotland

Hogg dressed to impress one weekend, but now keen to standout on the rugby pitch

Hogg dressed to impress one weekend, but now keen to standout on the rugby pitch

Gareth Anscombe played 34 minutes during the game against England

Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe to miss Rugby World Cup with injury

Ruaridh McConnochie has played 15 Premiership games for Bath Rugby

Ruaridh McConnochie included in England's World Cup squad

Ireland vs Italy - The Verdict

Ireland vs Italy - The Verdict

George Ford: Warm-up games will challenge us in different ways

George Ford: Warm-up games will challenge us in different ways

Maro Itoje keen for England to keep moving forward

Maro Itoje keen for England to keep moving forward

England squad selection won’t 'swing' on Wales game

England squad selection won’t 'swing' on Wales game

Joe Schmidt has returned to New Zealand

Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt leaves training camp following family bereavement

Why Ruaridh McConnochie has all the attributes to earn a place in England’s World Cup squad

Why Ruaridh McConnochie has all the attributes to earn a place in England’s World Cup squad

Mike Brown has played 72 Tests for England

Mike Brown and Ben Te'o left out of England's squad ahead of Wales clash

Quiet family guy Ritchie keen to up the volume on the field in a bid to make the World Cup

Quiet family guy Ritchie keen to up the volume on the field in a bid to make the World Cup

Jamie George is set to play his second World Cup for England

England hoping ‘parallels’ can continue with Cricket World Cup heroes as they prepare for Wales warm-up

The Rugby Championship and Pacific Nations Cup: A Review

The Rugby Championship and Pacific Nations Cup: A Review

Taulupe Faletau has played 76 Tests

Wales international Taulupe Faletau ruled out of World Cup

Mike Brown:

Mike Brown: "I absolutely love playing for England, it means everything to me"

USA vs Canada - The Verdict

USA vs Canada - The Verdict

Cool customer Russell not feeling pressure ahead of the World Cup

Cool customer Russell not feeling pressure ahead of the World Cup

‘Outstanding’ Dombrandt impressing England coaches

‘Outstanding’ Dombrandt impressing England coaches

Introducing the 2019 Rugby World Cup ball

Introducing the 2019 Rugby World Cup ball

‘Excellent’ Taylor continues to give Scotland a lift as World Cup edges closer

‘Excellent’ Taylor continues to give Scotland a lift as World Cup edges closer

Upset against South Africa has helped excite fans - Onishi

Upset against South Africa has helped excite fans - Onishi

Shane Williams: This is the strongest Welsh squad I have seen in my lifetime

Shane Williams: This is the strongest Welsh squad I have seen in my lifetime

Nigel Owens will be officiating in the opening game

World Rugby name officials for Rugby World Cup Pool stage

Jonathan Sexton has played 89 Tests

Ireland's World Cup preparations hampered by injury to Jonathan Sexton

Paul Willemse has played five Tests for France

France international Paul Willemse to miss World Cup with injury

Key inclusions and exclusions in the England World Cup training squad

Key inclusions and exclusions in the England World Cup training squad

Marler’s return, family & being ready for a World Cup

Marler’s return, family & being ready for a World Cup

'Fantastic ambassador' Matt Fagerson stays grounded with possible World Cup debut on the horizon

'Fantastic ambassador' Matt Fagerson stays grounded with possible World Cup debut on the horizon

Marler named in England World Cup training squad

Marler named in England World Cup training squad

Jamie Bhatti's rugby journey is an inspirational tale as World Cup comes into view

Jamie Bhatti's rugby journey is an inspirational tale as World Cup comes into view

We're seeing a better rugby player being produced - McWilliams

We're seeing a better rugby player being produced - McWilliams

David Denton: Playing rugby doesn’t automatically mean you will be successful in life

David Denton: Playing rugby doesn’t automatically mean you will be successful in life

Brown: Not many people focus on ‘the other side’ of rugby

Brown: Not many people focus on ‘the other side’ of rugby

Who could make a name for themselves at the 2019 World Cup?

Who could make a name for themselves at the 2019 World Cup?

Graham flourished at under-20 level and he is now keen to keep soaring in the big time

Graham flourished at under-20 level and he is now keen to keep soaring in the big time

3 England XV Players that should go to Japan

3 England XV Players that should go to Japan

Mike Haley in action for Red Panda 7s

Ireland include uncapped duo Mike Haley and Jean Kleyn in 44-man training squad

'Super Dunc' on the comeback trail and can be the “glue” in Scots backline

'Super Dunc' on the comeback trail and can be the “glue” in Scots backline

Duncan Weir misses out on the selection

Scotland announce 42-man training squad for World Cup

 
 
 
 

2019 Rugby World Cup Fixtures & Results

 

2019 Rugby World Cup Points Table