Rugby League World Cup Final 2026
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About the event
The Rugby League World Cup is the pinnacle of international rugby league - the 13-a-side code strongest in Australia, England, New Zealand and the Pacific. Australia have dominated it like almost no team in any sport, winning the vast majority of tournaments held since 1954. This page covers the championship-deciding final.
Key figures
First played1954rugby's first World Cup
Format13-a-siderugby league
Defending championAustralia2022 winners
The finalSingle match80 minutes
Most Rugby League World Cup titles (all-time)
Stay for the event
Check-in 14 Nov, check-out 16 Nov 2026 — 2 nights around 15 November 2026. Change the dates to stay longer.
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Host country
- Currency: Australian dollar
- Language: English
- Driving: on the left
- Capital: Canberra
- Phone: +61
- Emergency: 000
- Electricity: 230 V, 50 Hz, plugs I
Coming years
2027
The organiser had not announced the 2027 edition as of 2026-09-03.