Rugby World Cup logo launched by 2019 hosts Japan

The proud nation has automatically qualified after finishing third in their pool

Japan hosts championship as rugby grows in popularity

World Rugby has unveiled the logo for the 2019 Rugby World Cup as Japan prepares to host the next tournament.

The design combines two symbols of Japan, the rising sun and Mount Fuji, with the familiar World Rugby shield.

Rugby underdogs Japan will become the first Asian nation to host the Rugby World Cup in four years time.

The opening match on September 20 2019 will kick off six weeks of action before ...