World Rugby are set to publicly announce the hosts for the 2027 and 2031 men’s Rugby World Cups.
Australia is reportedly considered favourites to be awarded hosting rights for the 2027 showpiece.
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While the United States of America is likely to be announced as the host nation for the 2031 event.
It was reported that Australia, Russia, and Argentina submitted bids to host the 2027 World Cup in 2019, however, Argentina pulled out in 2020.
Meanwhile, Russia’s current war against Ukraine would mean that chances are slim that they can get the hosting rights.
South Africa lost out to France on hosting the 2023 World Cup but went on to win the 2019 edition. They will be looking to defend the trophy next year.
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The last time Australia hosted the tournament was in 2003 when they were beaten by England in the final.
Before then, they co-hosted the competition in 1998 alongside New Zealand.
On the other side, if awarded the hosting rights for 2031, it would be the first time the USA hosts the World Cup.