ITV secures exclusive 2027 Rugby World Cup rights

ITV has secured exclusive rights to broadcast the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup, which will be held across Australia from 1 October to 13 November 2027. The broadcaster will air all 52 matches of the tournament, which has been expanded to 24 teams, making it the largest Rugby World Cup to date. ITV has broadcast the Men's Rugby World Cup since 1991 and also holds rights to the Six Nations, the Nations Championship, and domestic Premiership rugby.