Never Miss a Match: Complete Schedule and Time Zones for Rugby World Cup 2023

The Rugby World Cup 2023 is just around the corner, promising a month-long spectacle of top-notch rugby action. With teams from around the globe competing for glory, it’s essential for fans to stay updated with the complete schedule and time zones. In this article, we provide a comprehensive guide, including a table-format schedule and time zone conversions, to ensure you never miss a match of this highly anticipated tournament.

The Rugby World Cup 2023 is set to take place from September 8 to October 21 in France. The tournament will feature 20 teams competing in multiple venues across the country. Teams will be divided into four pools, with the top two from each advancing to knockout stages. Rugby fans can anticipate an electrifying display of skill and passion as players vie for the prestigious title. The event promises to captivate global audiences, showcasing the physicality and tactical brilliance that define rugby union. With its rich history and fervent fan base, the Rugby World Cup 2023 is poised to be a thrilling and unforgettable spectacle.

According to Rwcglobally, these are the pools and schedule for the Rugby World Cup 2023:

Pool

Pool A:

• New Zealand
• France
• Italy
• Uruguay
• Namibia

Pool B:

• South Africa
• Ireland
• Scotland
• Tonga
• Romania

Pool C:

• Wales
• Australia
• Fiji
• Georgia
• Portugal

Pool D:

• England
• Japan
• Argentina
• Samoa
• Chile

Now, let’s dive into the match schedule and time zones to help you plan your viewing experience.

Match Schedule

• Friday, Sept 8 – France v New Zealand, Stade de France, 8pm BST
• Saturday, Sept 9 – Italy v Namibia, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, 12.00pm
• Saturday, Sept 9 – Ireland v Romania, Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux, 2.30pm
• Saturday, Sept 9 – Australia v Georgia, Stade de France, 5pm
• Saturday, Sept 9 – England v Argentina, Stade Vélodrome, 8pm
• Sunday, Sept 10 – Japan v Chile, Stadium Municipal, 12pm
• Sunday, Sept 10 – South Africa v Scotland, Stade Vélodrome, 4.45pm
• Sunday, Sept 10 – Wales v Fiji, Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux, 8pm
• Thursday, Sept 14 – France v Uruguay, Stade Pierre-Mauroy, 8pm
• Friday, Sept 15 – New Zealand v Namibia, Stadium Municipal, 8pm
• Saturday, Sept 16 – Samoa v Chile, Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux, 2pm
• Saturday, Sept 16 – Wales v Portugal, Allianz Riviera, 4.45pm
• Saturday, Sept 16 – Ireland v Tonga, Stade de la Beaujoire, 8pm
• Sunday, Sept 17 – South Africa v Romania, Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux, 2pm
• Sunday, Sept 17 – Australia v Fiji, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, 4.45pm
• Sunday, Sept 17 – England v Japan, Allianz Riviera, 8pm
• Wednesday, Sept 20 – Italy v Uruguay, Allianz Riviera, 4.45pm
• Thursday, Sept 21 – France v Namibia, Stade Vélodrome, 8pm
• Friday, Sept 22 – Argentina v Samoa, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, 4.45pm
• Saturday, Sept 23 – Georgia v Portugal, Stadium Municipal, 1pm
• Saturday, Sept 23 – England v Chile, Stade Pierre-Mauroy, 4.45pm
• Saturday, Sept 23 – South Africa v Ireland, Stade de France, 8pm
• Sunday, Sept 24 – Scotland v Tonga, Allianz Riviera, 4.45pm
• Sunday, Sept 24 – Wales v Australia, Parc Olympique Lyonnais, 8pm
• Wednesday, Sept 27 – Uruguay v Namibia, Parc Olympique Lyonnais, 4.45pm
• Thursday, Sept 28 – Japan v Samoa, Stadium Municipal, 8pm
• Friday, Sept 29 – New Zealand v Italy, Parc Olympique Lyonnais, 8pm
• Saturday, Sept 30 – Argentina v Chile, Stade de la Beaujoire, 2pm
• Saturday, Sept 30 – Fiji v Georgia, Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux, 4.45pm
• Saturday, Sept 30 – Scotland v Romania, Stade Pierre-Mauroy, 8pm
• Sunday, Oct 1 – Australia v Portugal, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, 4.45pm
• Sunday, Oct 1 – South Africa v Tonga, Stade Vélodrome, 8pm
• Thursday, Oct 5 – New Zealand v Uruguay, Parc Olympique Lyonnais, 8pm
• Friday, Oct 6 – France v Italy, Parc Olympique Lyonnais, 8pm
• Saturday, Oct 7 – Wales v Georgia, Stade de la Beaujoire, 2pm
• Saturday, Oct 7 – England v Samoa, Stade Pierre-Mauroy, 4.45pm
• Saturday, Oct 7 – Ireland v Scotland, Stade de France, 8pm
• Sunday, Oct 8 – Japan v Argentina, Stade de la Beaujoire, 12pm
• Sunday, Oct 8 – Tonga v Romania, Stade Pierre-Mauroy, 4.45pm
• Sunday, Oct 8 – Fiji v Portugal, Stadium Municipal, 8pm

Quarter-finals

As the Rugby World Cup 2023 progresses, the intensity reaches new heights with the highly anticipated quarter-final matches. Let’s take a look at the fixtures:

• Saturday, Oct 14 – Winner Pool C v Runner-up Pool D, Stade Vélodrome, 4pm
• Saturday, Oct 14 – Winner Pool B v Runner-up Pool A, Stade de France, 8pm
• Sunday, Oct 15 – Winner Pool D v Runner-up Pool C, Stade Vélodrome, 4pm
• Sunday, Oct 15 – Winner Pool 4 v Runner-up Pool B, Stade de France, 8pm

These quarter-final matches are crucial, as the teams battle it out for a spot in the semi-finals. The competition is fierce, and the stakes are high, with each team aiming to secure their place in the final stages of the tournament.

Semi-finals

Following the quarter-finals, the Rugby World Cup 2023 will reach its penultimate stage with the highly anticipated semi-final matches. Here’s the schedule:

• Friday, Oct 20 – Winner QF 1 v Winner QF 2, Stade de France, 8pm
• Saturday, Oct 21 – Winner QF 3 v Winner QF 4, Stade de France, 8pm

The semi-finals are often the most dramatic and thrilling matches of the tournament, as the remaining teams give their all to secure a place in the final. The stakes are higher than ever, and the battle for supremacy intensifies as the Rugby World Cup draws closer to its conclusion.

Bronze Final

Before the final showdown, the teams that narrowly miss out on a spot in the final will compete in the bronze final. The match will determine the third-place finisher of the Rugby World Cup 2023. The fixture details are as follows:

• Friday, Oct 27 – Runner-up SF 1 v Runner-up SF 2, Stade de France, 8pm

This match offers an opportunity for teams to end their tournament on a positive note and claim a spot on the podium. Though not the ultimate goal, securing a third-place finish is still a significant achievement

Final

The final is the pinnacle of rugby excellence, where legends are made, and history is written. The atmosphere will be electrifying as the finalists compete with every ounce of determination, skill, and passion to be crowned champions of the Rugby World Cup 2023.

• Saturday, Oct 28 – Winner SF 1 v Winner SF 2, Stade de France, 8pm

Note: The kick-off times listed here are in local time (CET – Central European Time) and GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). To determine the match times in your local time zone, use an online time zone converter or refer to the official Rugby World Cup 2023 website for accurate information.

Where to Watch

To ensure you don’t miss any match of the Rugby World Cup 2023, here are the official broadcasting partners for select countries:

• France: TF1 Group, France 2, and M6
• Netherlands: Ziggo Sport
• South Africa: SuperSport
• United Kingdom: ITV
• United States: NBC Sports
• Australia: Stan Sport (all matches) and Nine Network (all Australia matches and the final)
• Italy: RAI and Sky Sport Italia
• New Zealand: Sky Sport (New Zealand)
• Canada: TSN
• Japan: Nippon TV, NHK, and J SPORTS

Make sure to check your local listings for Rugby World Cup live stream and schedules to confirm the specific channels and broadcast times for your region.

Conclusion

With the complete schedule and time zones at your fingertips, you can now plan your viewing experience for the Rugby World Cup 2023. This highly anticipated tournament will showcase the best of international rugby, with thrilling matches set to captivate fans around the world. Don’t miss a moment of the action as teams battle it out on the rugby field, pursuing glory and the coveted Rugby World Cup title.