The All Blacks and the Springboks have each won the World Cup three times – more than any other in the tournament's history – and so one will claim the record outright when they face off at the Stade de France on Saturday.
Although both sides are undoubtedly among the best in the world, there is some surprise that no European side has made it to the final, with Ireland and host nation France having been the pre-tournament favourites.
But both sides lost in the quarter-finals, meaning that England's triumph in 2003 remains the only time a team from the northern hemisphere has been world champions.
RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about the Rugby World Cup final in 2023, including the kick-off time and the stadium.
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When is the Rugby World Cup final 2023?
The Rugby World Cup 2023 final will be played on Saturday 28th October 2023.
Rugby World Cup final kick-off time
The Rugby World Cup 2023 final will kick off at 8pm UK time, which is 9pm local time in France.
Rugby World Cup final stadium
The Rugby World Cup final will be hosted at the Stade de France, home of the French international rugby union and football teams, as well as a variety of big sporting occasions.
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How to watch the Rugby World Cup final on TV and live stream
The Rugby World Cup final will be shown live on ITV1.
The game will also be available to watch on ITVX so you don't have to miss a moment, even on the move.
You can tune into either platform via a range of devices, including smart TVs, laptops and smartphones meaning you never have to miss a moment.
If you're looking for something else to watch, check out our TV Guide or Streaming Guide, or visit our Sport hub for all the latest news.
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