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Rugby World Cup 2023 TV Schedule, Fixtures and Coverage in the UK

With the Rugby World Cup 2023 approaching rapidly, fans across the UK are gearing up for a thrilling tournament. As one of the globe’s most prestigious rugby events, the Rugby World Cup never fails to deliver high-octane action and gripping contests.

This article covers everything you need to know about the TV schedule and coverage in the UK.

Rugby World Cup 2023 TV Schedule UK

Which channel will cover the Rugby World Cup 2023 in the UK?

The coverage rights for the Rugby World Cup 2023 in the UK have been secured by Independent Television (ITV).

Ensuring a comprehensive broadcasting of the tournament, ITV is your go-to destination for catching all the excitement as it unfolds.

Watch Rugby World Cup live

ITV 1 & ITV 4 channels will distribute the RWC 2023 matches. Follow the below TV Fixtures to enjoy every game:

2023 Rugby World Cup TV Schedule in the UK

DateTime (BST)FixturesTV Channels
Fri 8th September 20238:15pmFrance v New ZealandITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 9th September 20235:00 pmItaly v NamibiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 9th September 20232:30pmIreland v RomaniaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 9th September 20238:00 pmAustralia v GeorgiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 10th September 202312:00 pmEngland v ArgentinaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 10th September 20234:45 pmJapan v ChileITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 10th September 20238:00 pmSouth Africa v ScotlandITV 1 / ITV X
Thu 14th September 20238:00 pmWales v FijiITV 1 / ITV X
Fri 15th September 20238:00 pmFrance v UruguayITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 16th September 20232:00 pmNew Zealand v NamibiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 16th September 20234:45 pmSamoa v ChileITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 16th September 20238:00 pmWales v PortugalITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 17th September 20232:00 pmIreland v TongaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 17th September 20234:45 pmSouth Africa v RomaniaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 17th September 20238:00 pmAustralia v FijiITV 1 / ITV X
Wed 20th September 20234:45 pmEngland v JapanITV 1 / ITV X
Thu 21st September 20238:00 pmItaly v UruguayITV 1 / ITV X
Fri 22nd September 20234:45 pmFrance v NamibiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 23rd September 20231:00 pmArgentina v SamoaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 23rd September 20234:45 pmGeorgia v PortugalITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 23rd September 20238:00 pmEngland v ChileITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 24th September 20234:45 pmSouth Africa v IrelandITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 24th September 20238:00 pmScotland v TongaITV 1 / ITV X
Wed 27th September 20234:45 pmWales v AustraliaITV 1 / ITV X
Fri 29th September 20238:00 pmUruguay v NamibiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 30th September 20232:00 pmJapan v SamoaITV 1 / ITV X
Thu 28th September 20238:00 pmNew Zealand v ItalyITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 30th September 20234:45 pmArgentina v ChileITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 30th September 20238:00 pmFiji v GeorgiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 1st October 20234:45 pmScotland v RomaniaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 1st October 20238:00 pmAustralia v PortugalITV 1 / ITV X
Thu 5th October 20238:00 pmSouth Africa v TongaITV 1 / ITV X
Fri 6th October 20238:00 pmNew Zealand v UruguayITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 7th October 20232:00 pmFrance v ItalyITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 7th October 20234:45 pmWales v GeorgiaITV 1 / ITV X
Sat 7th October 20238:00 pmEngland v SamoaITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 8th October 202312:00 pmIreland v ScotlandITV 1 / ITV X
Sun 8th October 202312:00pmJapan v ArgentinaITV 4 / ITV X
Sun 8th October 20238:00 pmTonga v RomaniaITV 4 / ITV X
Sat 14th October 20234:00 pmFiji v PortugalITV 4 / ITV X
Sat 14th October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Quarter Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Sun 15th October 20234:00 pmTBC v TBC (Quarter Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Sun 15th October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Quarter Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Fri 20th October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Quarter Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Sat 21st October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Semi Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Fri 27th October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Semi Final)ITV 4 / ITV X
Sun 28th October 20238:00 pmTBC v TBC (Bronze Medal Match)ITV 4 / ITV X
Sun 28th October 20238:00pmTBC v TBC (Final)ITV 4 / ITV X

How to live stream the Rugby World Cup 2023?

In the UK, the live streaming of the Rugby World Cup 2023 will also be available through ITVX, the digital platform for ITV. It’s free and you can enjoy every match on demand also.

This platform ensures you won’t miss any action, whether you’re on the move or unable to access the live TV broadcast.

Amazon Prime is set to broadcast England’s first three World Cup warm-up games in August, along with nine other fixtures featuring Six Nations teams.

Steve Borthwick’s team’s matches against Wales, Ireland, and Fiji will be among the fixtures on Amazon Prime.

Where to listen to the radio commentary of every match?

For those who prefer the radio, the BBC will provide exclusive radio commentary for every match of the Rugby World Cup 2023.

This coverage will be available on Radio 5 Live, 5 Sports Extra, and the BBC Sounds service. Fans in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland can look forward to bespoke output from the BBC.

Where to watch pre-match analysis, highlights, and replays?

Apart from live action, ITV’s coverage will also offer comprehensive pre-match analysis, featuring insights from expert pundits and former players.

For those who miss the live matches or want to relive the exciting moments, ITV will provide highlights and replays.

These segments will capture the key events, standout performances, and memorable tries, letting fans experience the best of the tournament at their convenience.

Final Words

The Rugby World Cup 2023 promises to be an eventful tournament packed with thrilling moments. With comprehensive coverage from ITV, detailed analyses, and the possibility to relive every exciting moment through highlights and replays, UK fans are in for a treat.

Tune in to ITV, ITVX, and BBC Radio 5 Live for a full-fledged Rugby World Cup 2023 experience. Don’t miss a moment of this pinnacle of rugby competition!

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