Ireland has participated in every Rugby World Cup since the first in 1987. Ireland's best result is making the quarterfinals, which they have done seven times (1987, 1991, 1995, 2003, 2011, 2015, 2019).

Looking ahead to the next World Cup cycle, the anticipation for another deep tournament run continues to build among fans and analysts. Hopes for Australia 2027 are already priced up at rugby betting sites in Ireland, where Ireland sit among the outright favourites, reflecting the sustained dominance and high expectations for the squad on the global stage.