Rugby World Cup Warm-up Matches in 2027

With the Rugby World Cup taking place in Australia from 1st October to 13th November 2027, the autumn Test schedule for the home unions is set to be reshaped.

Instead of a full programme of Autumn Internationals, the home unions – England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales – are expected to arrange a series of Rugby World Cup warm-up matches during late summer and early autumn.

Once confirmed, the 2027 Rugby World Cup warm-up fixtures will be added to this page.

Rugby World Cup Warm-up Fixtures

Saturday 18th September 2027

Australia Ireland Australia v Ireland GIO Stadium, Canberra Kick-off: TBC

For information about tickets and where to purchase them, please read our guide here: How to buy Autumn International rugby tickets.