The final spot is determined by an intercontinental playoff. The winner of the Rugby World Cup hoists the coveted Webb Ellis Cup, named for William Webb Ellis. New Zealand won the first Rugby ...

We take a quick tour through the history of the Rugby World Cup by looking back at the winners of the nine tournaments.

Who has won the Rugby World Cup? All-time winners list The Rugby World Cup has been held every four years since 1987. See the full list of winners and which country has the most titles.