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Rugby World Cup 2027 Betting Info & Odds<\/h1>\n\n\n
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As the 2027 Men\u2019s Rugby World Cup<\/strong> gets closer, speculation is heating up about how the tournament will look, including which bets will be worth placing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With 1.33 billion viewing hours in 2023, the Rugby World Cup is undeniably one of the world\u2019s biggest sporting events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let the TAB NZ guide you through what to expect from the 2027 Rugby World Cup tournament! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Teams and Players to Watch in the 2027 Rugby World Cup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many of the top Rugby World Cup teams are returning in 2027, including every past winner. It\u2019s possible that one of them will win the Rugby World Cup. Here\u2019s a closer look at the teams and players worth keeping up with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia promises to be an expanded and thrilling spectacle, with 24 teams vying for the Webb Ellis Cup from October 1 to November 13. While it’s still over two years away, the landscape of international rugby is constantly evolving, and early predictions are already taking shape for the top contenders and breakout stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top Teams to Watch:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • South Africa:<\/strong> As the two-time defending champions (2019, 2023), the Springboks will be aiming for an unprecedented third consecutive title. Their physical dominance, tactical acumen, and ability to peak at World Cups make them perennial favourites in betting on the Rugby World Cup 2025<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • New Zealand:<\/strong> The All Blacks are consistently among the top contenders, having lost the 2023 final by a single point. Their robust talent pipeline and historical success ensure they’ll be a formidable force.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • France:<\/strong> Despite a quarter-final exit in 2023 as hosts, France’s development trajectory, combined with a mature talent pool and strong professional structures, positions them as a major threat. They’ll be eager to finally lift the trophy after reaching three previous finals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Australia:<\/strong> As the 2027 Rugby World Cup host nation, the Wallabies will benefit immensely from home advantage. History shows host nations often overperform at World Cups, and Australia will be determined to make a deep run on familiar soil. Their recent coaching change, with Les Kiss set to take over in mid-2026, signals a long-term vision towards 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ireland:<\/strong> Despite their consistent Six Nations success, Ireland is still chasing a breakthrough beyond the quarter-finals at a World Cup. With a strong player development system, they will be looking to shed that tag in 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • England:<\/strong> Reaching the semi-finals in 2023, England will be a consistent presence. They have a strong Premiership system that produces talent, and will be looking to build on recent performances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Argentina:<\/strong> The Pumas consistently punch above their weight at World Cups, having reached the semi-finals multiple times. Their passion and physicality make them a dangerous opponent for any top team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fiji:<\/strong> Representing the emerging forces, Fiji’s growing professional contingent and unique attacking flair make them a dark horse capable of upsetting higher-ranked teams, as seen in 2023.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Teams with Strong Past Performances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    South Africa won the Rugby World Cup<\/strong> for the fourth time in 2023. They\u2019re in the running to win in 2027 as well; this would be their third win in a row. They also won 2024\u2019s Lipovitan-D Rugby Championship, beating New Zealand by eight points. However, New Zealand\u2019s All Blacks are still a favourite among many bookmakers. With their rugby odds, World Cup<\/strong> glory may be in their sights once again. Despite their loss above, they\u2019re consistently in the Rugby World Cup’s top three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Ireland has historically never reached the Rugby World Cup<\/strong>\u2019s top four. However, they\u2019re an underdog for 2027, partly due to their back-to-back victories at the Six Nations. They\u2019re also often quite high up on the World Rugby rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Key Players to Follow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Teams may change dramatically before (or during) the Rugby World Cup<\/strong>. For example, there\u2019s still time for 2023 top scorer Owen Farrell to return to England. A good way to see who\u2019s worth following is to check recent international rugby awards. For example, here are the past few Men\u2019s 15s Player of the Year winners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • 2024: Pieter-Steph du Toit (South Africa)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2023: Ardie Savea (New Zealand)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2022: Josh van der Flier (Ireland)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      New Zealand\u2019s Mark Tele’a and Wallace Sititi have also both recently won World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year awards. Their relatively young ages mean they\u2019re more likely to stick around until 2027. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Ultimately, time will tell which players dominate the competition\u2014it could even be someone new to international rugby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Key Players to Watch (Emerging and Established):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Many established stars from the 2023 World Cup will still be at the peak of their powers, while a new crop of talent will have four more years of development. Keep an eye on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Emerging Talents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Sam Prendergast (Ireland):<\/strong> A highly-touted fly-half expected to fill the void left by Johnny Sexton.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Posolo Tuilagi (France):<\/strong> A giant lock who impressed at the U20s level and could be a dominant force by 2027.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Henry Arundell (England):<\/strong> The explosive winger who has already shown his try-scoring prowess on the international stage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Irakli Aptsiauri (Georgia):<\/strong> A strong tight-head prop who is part of Georgia’s impressive front-row production line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Macca Springer (New Zealand):<\/strong> A promising fullback\/winger who was the top try-scorer at the U20s World Championship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Jamie Osborne (Ireland):<\/strong> A versatile back who could solidify a key midfield position for Ireland.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Brian Gleeson (Ireland):<\/strong> A powerful young number eight from Ireland’s U20 “golden generation.”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Established Stars (likely to still be key figures):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Antoine Dupont (France):<\/strong> Still arguably the best player in the world, his influence will be pivotal. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Siya Kolisi (South Africa):<\/strong> The inspirational captain, if still playing, will be central to the Springboks’ campaign. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Ardie Savea (New Zealand):<\/strong> A dynamic force for the All Blacks. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Damian Penaud (France):<\/strong> A prolific try-scorer from the wing. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Ellis Genge (England):<\/strong> A cornerstone of the English pack. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Caelan Doris (Ireland):<\/strong> A world-class back-rower. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Eben Etzebeth (South Africa):<\/strong> A towering presence in the second row. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Will Jordan (New Zealand):<\/strong> A clinical finisher and dangerous attacking threat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The next few years will see a fascinating build-up, with club form, international tours, and potential injuries all playing a role in shaping the final squads and odds for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          The 2025 Webb Ellis Cup sits on the pitch with rugby balls showing the venues during the IRB Rugby World Cup 2015 Schedule Announcement held at Twickenham Stadium on May 2, 2013 in London, England. Photo Michael Paler\/ Photosport.co.nz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

          Rugby World Cup Stats and Insights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Knowing the sport\u2019s stats will help you place better bets. You must, at a minimum, know how well a team or player performs on average. This won\u2019t always perfectly forecast their future performance, but it\u2019s a good baseline to follow. Here\u2019s a closer look at specific teams and players alongside long-term trends that can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Team and Player Performance Stats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Looking purely at the stats, it\u2019s no surprise that South Africa and New Zealand are major favourites for 2027. Records these teams hold currently include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Most wins<\/strong>: South Africa (4)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Most semi-finals<\/strong>: New Zealand (9)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Most log points<\/strong>: New Zealand (238)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            There are only two tournaments where New Zealand wasn\u2019t in the top three. This alone shows their strength going into 2027. As for players, here were 2023\u2019s top scorers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Owen Farrell (England, 75 points)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Thomas Ramos (France, 74)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Emiliano Boffelli (Argentina, 67)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            4. Johnny Sexton (Ireland, 58)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            5. Richie Mo\u2019unga (New Zealand, 56)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Any of the above returning for 2027 will be worth watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Recent Trends in International Rugby<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Teams with strong historic performances have broadly managed to carry this into their current games. For example, New Zealand has the most overall points (over 18,000 since their 1903 debut) and still regularly dominates Rugby World Cup<\/strong> matches. Perhaps the most notable trend, however, is the Rugby World Cup’s past winners. The last time a team other than New Zealand or South Africa won was in 2003. This is a big part of why their odds are so low.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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