About Rugby World Cup
The Rugby World Cup is the premier international rugby union competition, held every four years since 1987. It is the third most attended sporting event in the world after the Summer Olympics and FIFA World Cup.
This page tracks every Rugby World Cup result with a live elapsed counter showing exactly how many days have passed since each edition. The most recent Rugby World Cup was won by South Africa on 28 October 2023 — 1,039 days ago.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Rugby World Cup most recently?
South Africa won the 2023 Rugby World Cup on 28 October 2023 — 1,039 days ago.
How many days since the last Rugby World Cup?
It has been 1,039 days since the 2023 Rugby World Cup on 28 October 2023.
Where is the Rugby World Cup held?
Various countries.
How many times has the Rugby World Cup been held?
The Rugby World Cup has been held 10 times in our records, from 1987 to 2023.
Who has won the Rugby World Cup the most times?
Use the complete results table above to see the full list of Rugby World Cup winners throughout history.