The Rugby World Cup 2023 is one of the most highly anticipated sporting events of the year, bringing together the best teams from around the world to compete for the title of world champion. The tournament will take place in France from 8th September to 21st October 2023, with 20 teams battling it out for the ultimate prize.
Rugby World Cup 2023 Schedule & Fixtures
Here is the complete schedule for the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
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Date |
Matches |
Time |
Venue |
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Friday, |
France |
8 pm |
Paris |
|
Saturday, |
Italy |
12 pm |
Saint-Etienne |
|
Saturday, |
Ireland |
2:30 |
Bordeaux |
|
Saturday, |
Australia |
5 pm |
Paris |
|
Saturday, |
England |
8 pm |
Marseille |
|
Sunday, |
Japan |
12 pm |
Toulouse |
|
Sunday, |
South |
4:45 |
Marseille |
|
Sunday, |
Wales |
8 pm |
Bordeaux |
|
Thursday, |
France |
8 pm |
Lille |
|
Friday, |
New |
8 pm |
Toulouse |
|
Saturday, |
Samoa |
2 pm |
Bordeaux |
|
Saturday, |
Wales |
4:45 |
Nice |
|
Saturday, |
Ireland |
8 pm |
Nantes |
|
Sunday, |
South |
2 pm |
Bordeaux |
|
Sunday, |
Australia |
4:45 |
Saint-Etienne |
|
Sunday, |
England |
8 pm |
Nice |
|
Wednesday, |
Italy |
4:45 |
Nice |
|
Thursday, |
France |
8 pm |
Marseille |
|
Friday, |
Argentina |
4:45 |
Saint-Etienne |
|
Saturday, |
Georgia |
1 pm |
Toulouse |
|
Saturday, |
England |
4:45pm |
Lille |
|
Saturday, |
South |
8 pm |
Paris |
|
Sunday, |
Scotland |
4:45 |
Nice |
|
Sunday, |
Wales |
8 pm |
Lyon |
|
Wednesday, |
Uruguay |
4:45 |
Lyon |
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Thursday, |
Japan |
8 pm |
Toulouse |
|
Friday, |
New |
8 pm |
Lyon |
|
Saturday, |
Argentina |
2 pm |
Nantes |
|
Saturday, |
Fiji |
4:45 |
Bordeaux |
|
Saturday, |
Scotland |
8 pm |
Lille |
|
Sunday, |
Australia |
4:45 |
Saint-Etienne |
|
Sunday, |
South |
8 pm |
Marseille |
|
Thursday, |
New |
8 pm |
Lyon |
|
Friday, |
France |
8 pm |
Lyon |
|
Saturday, |
Wales |
2 pm |
Nantes |
|
Saturday, |
England |
2:45 |
Lille |
|
Saturday, |
Ireland |
8 pm |
Paris |
|
Saturday, |
Japan |
12 pm |
Nantes |
|
Sunday, |
Tonga |
4:45 |
Lille |
|
Sunday, |
Fiji |
8 pm |
Toulouse |
Group Stages
The group stages of the Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place from 8th September to 5th October. The 20 teams have been divided into four pools of five teams each, with each team playing four matches in their respective pool. The top two teams from each pool will advance to the quarter-finals, where they will compete in a knockout competition to determine the final four teams.
Quarter-Finals
The quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place on 12th and 13th October. The eight teams who have advanced from the group stages will compete in four matches, with the winners advancing to the semi-finals.
Semi-Finals
The semi-finals of the Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place on 19th October. The four remaining teams will compete in two matches, with the winners advancing to the final.
Final
The final of the Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place on 21st October. This match will determine the winner of the tournament, with the victors being crowned world champions of rugby.
Key Dates
- 8th September: Group stages begin
- 5th October: Group stages end
- 12th October: Quarter-finals begin
- 13th October: Quarter-finals end
- 19th October: Semi-finals
- 21st October: Final
Teams to Watch
There are several teams to keep an eye on during the Rugby World Cup 2023. New Zealand, South Africa, and England are all strong contenders for the title, while Argentina and France will be hoping to surprise their opponents with strong performances.
The Venues
The Rugby World Cup 2023 will take place in France, with matches being held in ten different cities across the country. The venues include Stade de France in Paris, Stade Felix-Bollaert in Lens, and Stade de la Mosson in Montpellier, among others.
Conclusion
The Rugby World Cup 2023 promises to be an exciting event, with the best teams from around the world competing for the title of world champion. From the group stages to the final, there will be plenty of high-stakes matches to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of rugby or just a sports enthusiast, this tournament is not to be missed.
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