Asia’s Journey to the Rugby World Cup 2027 Begins This June
The road to the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 intensifies as the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025 kicks off this June. This year’s edition is the most pivotal since 2014, when Japan’s triumph paved their path to RWC 2015 — a landmark moment that elevated the profile of rugby in Asia.
With Japan already qualified for RWC 2027, four ambitious national teams — United Arab Emirates, South Korea, Hong Kong China, and newly promoted Sri Lanka — are now just three matches away from securing the coveted Asia 1 spot at the global showpiece in Australia.
The tournament runner-up will also remain in the hunt, advancing to a high-stakes playoff against Africa 2 for a place in the Final Qualification Tournament, to be held 8–18 November 2025 at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai, UAE.
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This Championship showcases the remarkable growth and depth of Asian rugby. With the possibility of sending up to three teams to the Rugby World Cup, the stakes have never been higher.
Sri Lanka, returning to top-tier competition, earned their spot with a commanding 59–19 victory over Malaysia in the April playoff at Colombo’s Racecourse Stadium. The Tuskers thrilled home supporters with an exhilarating brand of fast, attacking rugby — a performance that signals their intent in this qualification campaign.
Match Schedule : Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025
- Match 1: Sri Lanka vs South Korea
Friday, 13 June | Colombo | 16:00 local (10:30 GMT) - Match 2: UAE vs Hong Kong China
Saturday, 14 June | Dubai | 19:30 local (15:30 GMT) - Match 3: South Korea vs UAE
Saturday, 21 June | Incheon | 15:00 local (06:00 GMT) - Match 4: Hong Kong China vs Sri Lanka
Sunday, 22 June | Hong Kong SAR | 16:30 local (08:30 GMT) - Match 5: Sri Lanka vs UAE
Friday, 4 July | Colombo | 16:00 local (10:30 GMT) - Match 6: South Korea vs Hong Kong China
Saturday, 5 July | Incheon | 15:00 local (06:00 GMT)
Voices from Asia Rugby
Asanga Seneviratne, Chairperson of the Asia Rugby Competitions Committee, stated:
“The Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025 represents the pinnacle of regional rugby. It reflects the increasing competitiveness, professionalism, and ambition across our unions. Each nation enters this tournament with everything to play for — we anticipate a Championship of the highest quality as teams chase the dream of World Cup qualification.”
Asia Rugby President Qais Al Dhalai added:
“This Championship is about more than just qualification — it’s about showcasing the very best of Asian rugby to a global audience. We’re incredibly proud of how far our region has come and look forward to hosting the world in Dubai later this year as part of Asia’s journey to Rugby World Cup 2027.”
Where to Watch: Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2025
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Fans worldwide are invited to tune in and follow every moment of this historic campaign.
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