INTERVIEW: Chris Stanley - 22 October 2026
Summary
Chris Stanley, Managing Director of the Men’s Rugby World Cup, joins the show to discuss the upcoming 2027 tournament in Australia. He highlights strong ticket sales, noting that over half of the 1.3 million tickets have already been sold, with six major matches scheduled at Adelaide Oval. The conversation covers the Wallabies’ recent performance against South Africa and the excitement surrounding high-profile fixtures featuring teams like England and Fiji.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Men's Rugby World Cup 2027 in Adelaide
Ticket sales update and impact of recent Wallabies win
Discussion on Rugby Union vs League and fan enthusiasm
Preview of major matches and teams at Adelaide Oval
Confidence in Wallabies' chances to win the World Cup
Team progress since last World Cup and upcoming tests
Details on specific fixtures: South Africa vs Italy
Overview of the tournament schedule and entertaining teams
Ticket purchase information and new coach Les Kiss
Les Kiss's personality and fan engagement
Casual chat: Sponsorships and personal anecdotes
Recap of sponsorship history and future possibilities
How to buy tickets via the official website
Closing remarks and final excitement for the event
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