The Rugby World Championship, also known as the Rugby World Cup, is the sport’s premier international competition. It is organized by World Rugby (formerly known as the International Rugby Board) and is held every four years. The first Rugby World Cup was held in 1987, and the most recent one was held in Japan in 2019. The next one will be held in France in 2023.
The Rugby World Cup features teams from around the world, with a qualification process that takes place over several years leading up to the tournament. The teams are divided into pools, with the top teams from each pool advancing to the knockout stages. The tournament culminates in the final match, where the winner is awarded the Webb Ellis Cup and is recognized as the world champion.
The Rugby World Cup is considered to be the third biggest sporting event in the world, behind the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. The event attracts a global audience, with millions of fans tuning in to watch the matches. The Rugby World Cup is also a major economic event, generating significant revenues for the host country and local businesses.