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Nations Championship 2026: Betting, standings, fixtures & preview

The Nations Championship returns in November with South Africa leading the outright betting, while France and New Zealand sit top of their respective northern and southern hemisphere standings.

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 5:02 PM
Nations Championship 2026: Betting, standings, fixtures & preview
Key Things to Know
  • South Africa enters November as the 4/5 betting favorite to win the inaugural 2026 Nations Championship.
  • France leads the northern hemisphere table, while New Zealand and South Africa contend for southern dominance.
  • The Rugby Paper Team suggests New Zealand is the value bet at 4/1 odds to win the tournament.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The inaugural Nations Championship resumes in November with South Africa listed as outright 4/5 betting favorites to win the tournament. France currently leads the northern hemisphere standings, while New Zealand and South Africa battle for the top southern hemisphere spot ahead of fixtures played across Europe.

The Rugby Paper Team argues that New Zealand represents strong betting value at 4/1 to claim the title. Rounds 4 through 6 will conclude with finals weekend running from November 27 to November 29, capped by the championship final.

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