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Rugby World Cup 2023 Odds
There is no bigger prize in any sport than the World Cup, and in rugby union that is certainly the case. Being World Champions is the greatest accolade a playing squad or coaching team can earn and with the scarcity of the tournaments (one every four years) all nations competing will be at paramount motivation levels. Read More
The Rugby World Cup is actually one of the newest World Championship tournaments in sport, with the first official competition only taking place in 1987. In the nine editions of the tournament, both New Zealand and South Africa have won it three times apiece, while Australia have two titles. The only Northern Hemisphere side to ever claim the prize is England back in 2003, when Jonny Wilkinson slotted his iconic extra-time drop goal that turned regular rugby players into household names up and down England.
Back in 2019, the last RWC, Japan was the host nation and although the host nation put in a stellar effort it was South Africa and England who reached the final. In the end the Springboks were a class above the Red Rose, running out 32-12 winners. Both sides will be hoping for a repeat journey to the final later this year.
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Who is the favourite to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup?
The market is incredibly tight at the top but at the time of writing, France are favourites on most pages. Despite never being crowned World Champions, France are a serious rugby union powerhouse nation and under the expert eye of Shaun Edwards they have looked a superb outfit. With the tournament taking place on home soil, it is clear to see why they sit just atop the market. Right behind them, however, are the big name in world rugby; The All Blacks.
New Zealand are of course the most successful nation in World Cup history and have a squad packed with stars. If this tournament were taking place in the Southern Hemisphere, or indeed not in France, it would be a major surprise to see The All Blacks not holding outright favouritism comfortably. Despite a shocking series defeat to Ireland earlier this year, New Zealand seem to have bounced back to somewhere near their best and with a lot of rugby still to play in 2023 before the tournament kicks off, expect them to slowly build in classic fashion to be at their peak come September in France.
Betting on the 2023 Rugby World Cup
There is still plenty of water to pass under the bridge in the world of rugby union before the World Cup kicks off in September, but that doesn't mean bookmakers don't have odds ready to go for the tournament! Of course, the prices on each team will grow or shrink throughout the year as they show off their credentials, but for now punters are left to be solely on the winner and will have to wait for the specials markets and game by game odds.
The Six Nations could have a huge bearing on the World Cup odds, with either France or Ireland having an early chance to get one over on their rival in a World Cup year. A big performance from either, or indeed a Grand Slam could see their odds slashed. England's RFU made the bold call to ditch Aussie Eddie Jones as head coach prior to the Six Nations and bring in Steve Borthwick. In a delicious twist, Jones has taken over as the Wallabies head coach since and expect both sides odds in particular to change markedly after the first game due to the presence of their new coaching teams.
There are a few things to consider when placing a bet on The Rugby World Cup:
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Familiarise yourself with the teams, coaches and players taking part. It is crucial to be clued up before every bet you place, so learning about the potential winners before betting is always the best advice.
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Check out our previews. Before the tournament kicks off we will have an outright preview of the championship on-site. We will also have game previews available closer to kick-off.
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Consider the odds being offered by different bookies. You may be able to find better odds on certain teams at one compared to another.
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Don't forget to consider the risks involved in betting. It's always possible that your chosen team may not perform as well as you had hoped, so be sure to only bet an amount that you are comfortable losing.
It's important to note that betting on The Rugby World Cup, or any other form of gambling, carries inherent risks and should be approached with caution. Be sure to gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford to lose.
Rugby World Cup Schedule:
- 8th September - 8th October - Group Stages
- 14th and 15th October - Quarter Finals
- 20th and 21st October - Semi Finals
- 27th October - Third Place Play-Off
- 28th October - World Cup Final (Stade de France)
Frequently Asked Questions About The 2023 Rugby World Cup
When does The Rugby World Cup start and where can I watch it?
The Rugby World Cup starts on the 8th September 2023 in France. UK viewers will be able to watch every game live exclusively on ITV and their other channels.
Who won the last Rugby World Cup in 2019?
South Africa are the reigning World Champions. The Springboks were a class above England in the 2019 final in Japan, running out 32-12 winners. Both sides will be hoping for a repeat journey to the final later this year.
Who are the past winners of the Rugby World Cup?
- 1987 New Zealand
- 1991 Australia
- 1995 South Africa
- 1999 Australia
- 2003 England
- 2007 South Africa
- 2011 New Zealand
- 2015 New Zealand
- 2019 South Africa
How to bet on the 2023 Rugby World Cup
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