The Webb Ellis Cup 2023 World Cup will see changes to both the schedule and the size of squads. Ireland look set to lose out on the chance of partially hosting the 2031 World Cup after the newly installed English rugby boss confirmed his country’s intention to pursue a solo run after a row over which country would host the final. Ireland launched a solo bid for the 2023 World Cup but lost out to France. Australia are favourites to land the 2027 edition while the USA are set to bid for both 2027 and 2031. “We would like to bid for that – the 2031 World Cup,” the RFU’s new chair, Tom Ilube, said during a round of media interviews today.

Source: Irish Independent September 14, 2021 20:37 UTC