Rugby World Cup 2019 Fixture Update

The 2019 Rugby World Cup could be disrupted by a potential weather event dubbed "The Perfect Storm." Organizers have been put on alert for Super Typhoon 22. Typhoon Hagibis, also known as Hurricane Haggis, is forecast to batter the lower half of Japan with intense winds and rain this weekend. Major matches could be canceled as a result of Typhoon Hagibis.

2019 RWC Matches to be Affected by the Weather

According to Rugby World Cup rules, if a match cannot be played, the two participating teams will share the four points. Each team then gets two points. If you are a betting enthusiast, you may want to place a bet on the outcome of the two games that will definitely be played on Sunday, with either Japan or Scotland winning.

If Typhoon Hagibis makes landfall on Saturday as predicted, rugby matches could take a hit. The England vs. France game in Yokohama has already been cancelled, as has the All Blacks vs. Italy decider. As for the Determined Men of Wales, we can't say for sure that their path to the World Cup semi-finals has been irrevocably altered. But we can say this much: it is possible that a place they had all but guaranteed since beating the Wallabies in Tokyo has suddenly become a lot less certain.

The team is likely to bypass England and instead face France in the quarterfinals. Robust contingency planning by Rugby World Cup organizers ensures that all matches will be played on the scheduled day, come what may.

Typhoon Hagibis Impacts Rugby World Cup 2019

It is reported that the intensity of the typhoon has increased tremendously in the span of 24 hours. Weather forecasters say it has gone from a tropical storm to a Category 5 typhoon. This could be one of the most damaging storms to hit anywhere on Earth this year. Forecasts show winds that could reach 300km/h, but there is a chance that the storm may not make landfall despite the numerous warnings. As it stands, all four of Sunday's scheduled rugby matches remain under review.