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Rugby World Cup 2027

Rugby World Cup 2027
The men's Rugby World Cup will be held in Australia from October 1 to November 13. Hong Kong qualified for the tournament for the first time after winning the 2025 Asia Rugby Emirates Men's Championship.
Hong Kong have already qualified for the Rugby World Cup, with a spot at the LA Olympics sevens tournament next on the list. Photo: World Rugby
Hong Kong China Rugby

Olympics and World Cup ambition can go hand in hand, Hong Kong rugby bosses say

City’s men also have their eyes on retaining their Asian Games sevens title and reaching the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong ready for ‘harsh reality’ of Rugby World Cup, but boss proud of progress

Japan coach Eddie Jones says Rugby World Cup schedule ‘fair’, helps small teams

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby head coach admits surprise at playing Australia in World Cup opener

World Rugby chairman has been forced to defend a decision that pitches debutants ranked world No 22 against two-time world champions.

Australian captain Harry Wilson will lead his Wallabies side against Hong Kong in the opening match of the Rugby World Cup on October 1 next year in Perth. Photo: World Rugby

All Blacks fire coach Robertson less than two years before World Cup

The 51-year-old said he was ‘gutted’ to be leaving the team; former Australia coach Dave Rennie has been linked to the job.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2027: can Hong Kong close gap before facing Wallabies, All Blacks?

City’s rugby chiefs filling next two years with matches they hope will equip players to make the step up for World Cup debut in Australia.

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Hong Kong China Rugby

2027 Rugby World Cup draw: Hong Kong welcome clashes with Australia, New Zealand

‘Everybody loves an underdog, and giant-killers,’ captain Josh Hrstich says after debutants are drawn in Pool A with two rugby superpowers.

Hong Kong players Eric Chui Wai-lap (left) and captain Josh Hrstich react to Wednesday’s draw. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong China Rugby

2027 Rugby World Cup draw: when is it, how do I watch, who won’t Hong Kong play?

The city’s men have qualified for the tournament for the first time and are in Band 4 for the ceremony in Sydney.

Asia Rugby

Coach Eddie Jones tells his Japanese rugby players to beef up after bruising tour

Australian says he wants to see those who hope to play for national side to work harder, says his team can make last four of next World Cup.

World Rugby

Samoa last team to reach 2027 Rugby World Cup after winning qualifying event

They join Hong Kong and 22 other teams in the draw on December 3 following tense draw with Belgium in Dubai.

Miracle Fai’ilagi of Samoa on the charge against Namibia during the final qualification tournament in Dubai. Photo: World Rugby via Getty Images
Hong Kong International Test Rugby

Rugby chiefs unveil ‘watershed’ Nations Championship to crown top team, hemisphere

Top 12 teams to play in international windows of July and November, while 12 more teams including Hong Kong will play in second-tier Nations Cup.

Six Nations winners France (in blue) faced Southern Hemisphere champions South Africa in Saint Denis in early November. Photo: EPA
Samoa

Belgium on brink of surprise Rugby World Cup spot, but must beat Samoa to make it

The Belgians will face the Pacific Islanders for a spot at the 2027 tournament after both teams get two wins in the qualifiers in Dubai.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby’s Luke van der Smit facing long ban after failing drugs test

The No 8 reportedly tested positive for a performance-enhancing substance after Asia Rugby Championship clash against Korea in July.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong handed 9-try Rugby World Cup reality check by Japan A

City’s men lose Kai Tak Stadium encounter 59-14, with coach Andrew Douglas ‘pretty disappointed’ with team’s performance.

Japan centre Yuto Mori races clear of the Hong Kong defence on the way to scoring one of his side’s nine tries. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong name side with eye on Rugby World Cup future for Japan A clash

Andrew Douglas looking to ‘build something’ with 23-man squad that includes some different combinations in forwards and backs.

Eric Chui has been named among the replacements for the game against Japan A. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong rugby coach ‘pretty happy’ with new-look side despite loss to Japan club

Andrew Douglas impressed by performances of six debutants in fast-paced display, with only blip an injury to young scrum-half Eric Chui.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Japan tour set to gauge Hong Kong’s progress on road to 2027 Rugby World Cup

Players and coaches relishing trip, which features two matches, to see how far they have come since qualifying for 2027 tournament.

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Japan must beat global giants to earn rugby world’s respect, says Eddie Jones

Head coach wants his side to change minds as they prepare for Tests against Australia and South Africa.

Japan head coach Eddie Jones laments the lack of respect given to his side within rugby. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong China Rugby

Rugby World Cup 2027: Hong Kong to learn identity of group opponents in December

Hosts Australia to kick off expanded 6-week-long tournament, which will feature a round of 16 for first time.

Hong Kong China Rugby

New faces, old heads and surprise omissions as Hong Kong enter professional era

Bosses name 35-strong group of contracted players ahead of training camp in Japan that marks start of 2027 World Cup preparation.

Hong Kong China Rugby

Rugby World Cup looms large as Hong Kong aim to get up to speed for 2027

Amid countdown to tournament debut in Australia, coaches working to ensure the city can be competitive.

Hong Kong earned their World Cup place by beating South Korea to clinch the Asia Rugby Championship in Incheon in July. Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong to take on Japan A in first for men’s rugby at Kai Tak Stadium

Hong Kong to begin journey to 2027 Rugby World Cup with debut clash at city’s new 50,000-seat venue.

Hong Kong have already qualified for the 2027 Rugby World Cup, now comes the hard part. Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong change head coach, 6 weeks after qualifying for Rugby World Cup

Andrew Douglas will move aside to focus on job as head of technical rugby, with assistant Logan Asplin stepping up to take team to Australia.

World Rugby

Want to watch Hong Kong at 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia? Here’s how

Fans can register now, with several important dates to note in the coming months.

Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s hard-won spot in Rugby World Cup is a dream come true

The city, famous for hosting the iconic Sevens tournament, finally made the men’s 15-a-side world cup after coming close previously.

Hong Kong beat South Korea in the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship in Incheon in July to win a berth in the 2027 Men’s World Cup, to be held in Australia. Photo: Patrick Leung
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong hero’s emotional journey to 2027 Rugby World Cup

Tom Hill thought his chance had gone but, now 35, has helped his team seal a spot among the elite.

Tom Hill (left) passes the ball to captain Josh Hrstich during their side’s Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship game against South Korea in Incheon (July 5, 2025). Photo: HKCR
Hong Kong China Rugby

Hong Kong can qualify for 2027 World Cup, win or lose in South Korea, here’s how

A look at the permutations if Hong Kong fail to win their final Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship match in Incheon on Saturday.

Hong Kong China Rugby

World Cup news could advance Hong Kong rugby, after year of near-misses

Hong Kong women 2025 World Cup bid fell short, while in sevens both city teams could not replicate continental success on bigger stage.

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