Georgia: Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027
Rugby heads to Australia in 2027, and Georgia go with genuine belief. Long the standard-bearers of tier-two rugby, the Lelos arrive at Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 hungry to reach the knockout rounds for the first time, out of a tough Pool B. Here is your complete guide.
1. Georgia’s Rugby World Cup history
Georgia have been ever-present at the World Cup since 2003, building a reputation for a fearsome pack and one of the best scrums in the game. They have recorded famous wins over the likes of Tonga and Namibia along the way.
The dream now is to go one better and finally escape the pool stage — a milestone that would cap years of steady progress.
2. Georgia’s Pool B fixtures: who, where and when
Here is where and when Georgia play, with all kick-off times in local Australian time:
● Georgia v Romania — North Queensland Stadium, Townsville | Gurambilbarra — Sunday, 3 October, 2027 — kick-off 20:15 local
● Georgia v South Africa — Brisbane Stadium, Brisbane | Meeanjin — Sunday, 10 October, 2027 — kick-off 16:45 local
● Georgia v Italy — Newcastle Stadium, Newcastle | Awabakal-Worimi — Sunday, 17 October, 2027 — kick-off 12:15 local
Georgia open against old rivals Romania in Townsville | Gurambilbarra before the toughest test of all, world champions South Africa, in Brisbane | Meeanjin. The campaign may hinge on the final match against Italy in Newcastle | Awabakal-Worimi — a potential shoot-out for a knockout place.
3. Players to watch
Number eight Beka Gorgadze, of French club Pau, is the embodiment of Georgian power, all big carries and bigger tackles. Prop Giorgi Melikidze has impressed for Stade Français and anchors that famed scrum.
Out wide, winger Akaki Tabutsadze is one of the highest try-scorers in the history of men’s international rugby, while full-back Davit Niniashvili offers genuine attacking class.
4. Current form: where Georgia stand
Georgia are in a period of transition, with Pierre-Henry Broncan taking over as head coach for the 2026 international season following Richard Cockerill’s departure.
They pushed Portugal all the way in the 2026 Rugby Europe final and made a strong start to the Nations Cup. The talent is there — now they need it to translate on the biggest stage.
5. Back the tournament with Gilbert
Gilbert designed the official match ball for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027, and the Rugby World Cup 2027 Replica Ball brings that same iconic design to your back garden, your club, or the trophy shelf. Explore the full Rugby World Cup collection, and keep an eye out — our Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 range is growing, with more tournament and nation product landing through the season.
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