The channel broadcasting the Rugby World Cup depends on the country and the specific tournament edition:
- For the 2023 Rugby World Cup in the UK, ITV has exclusive rights, showing most matches on ITV1 and some on ITV4, with streaming available on ITVX
. In India, the 2023 tournament was broadcast live on Sony Sports channels (Sony Sports Ten 1, 2, 5) and streamed on FanCode
. In Australia, Channel Nine had exclusive broadcast rights with streaming on Stan Sport
- For the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in England, BBC Sport holds exclusive live broadcasting rights in the UK. Matches will be shown across BBC linear channels and streamed live on BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website, and app. Live audio commentary will also be available on BBC Radio 5 Live and 5 Sports Extra
- In Canada, TSN is the home of rugby coverage, including tournament broadcasts on TSN+ and linear TV
- In Australia, Nine Entertainment will broadcast major World Rugby tournaments including the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, streaming on 9Now
In summary, to watch the Rugby World Cup, check local broadcasters: ITV in the UK for 2023 men’s Rugby World Cup, BBC Sport for the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup in the UK, TSN in Canada, Sony Sports in India, and Channel Nine/Stan Sport in Australia.
