History of the Rugby World Cup England 12–6, and became the first nation to win the cup away from home. The 1995 Rugby World Cup was hosted by South Africa, and was the first time that all matches would be played in just a single country. It was the first time that South Africa participated in the tournament following the end of their international sports boycott due to the apartheid regime. South Africa won the tournament, defeating New Zealand 15–12 in the final. Joel Stransky kicked a drop-goal in extra time to grab the victory for South Africa. The All Blacks were mysteriously struck down with
2027 Rugby World Cup semifinals that has not hosted any World Cup matches. Argentina has hosted the 2001 Rugby World Cup Sevens, 2005 Under 21 Rugby World Championship, 2010 IRB Junior World Championship and, since 2012, two or three Rugby Championship matches a year. Argentina will also host the 2019 World Rugby Under 20 Championship. Rugby Australia announced on 13 December 2017 that Australia would bid for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Australia has previously hosted the 1987 (with New Zealand) and 2003 Rugby World Cups. If Australia were to host the 2027 Rugby World Cup it would mark 40 years since they hosted