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SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer doubts South Africa or New Zealand will host a Rugby World Cup again due to revenue concerns. Despite being the most successful nations, the Springboks and All Blacks struggle to compete financially. New Zealand co-hosted the inaugural tournament in 1987 and hosted again in 2011, while South Africa hosted in 1995 but lost the 2023 bid to France. The next World Cup will be in Australia in 2027, followed by the USA. Oberholzer emphasizes that World Rugby must choose hosts based on revenue potential, favoring regions like America and Europe. He dismisses speculation about a South African bid for 2035, pointing to competitive financial landscapes in Europe and the Middle East. Multiple countries, including Spain, Japan, and potential South American nations, are eyeing future tournaments. Oberholzer states, "It’s a World Rugby decision, not a SA Rugby decision.
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