{"product_id":"gilbert-rugby-world-cup-2027-australia-replica-ball","title":"Gilbert Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia Replica Ball","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRugby World Cup 2027 Australia Replica Ball by Gilbert\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"187\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eGilbert proudly unveils the official ball for the Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027—marking a new era for the sport and setting the stage for a six-week, nationwide celebration across Australia. More than just match equipment, the RWC 2027 ball blends natural Australian inspiration, cultural expression, and high-performance engineering. Designed for elite play, it captures both the spirit and the future of world rugby. Featuring the tournament’s iconic event mark and a bold orange palette inspired by Australia’s sun and rich earth tones, the ball reflects the warmth, energy, and identity of the host nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Design: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFeatures the RWC emblem and Gilbert logo.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePremium Construction: Hand-stitched with a 3-ply backing material to ensure durability and shape retention during play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEnhanced Grip: Equipped with a grippy rubber compound surface and standard Gilbert grip, providing excellent handling and control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSuperior Air Retention: Fitted with a synthetic latex bladder, ensuring the ball maintains optimal inflation for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOfficially Licensed: Fully endorsed by the international rugby unions, guaranteeing authenticity and quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBall Care:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflate to 9.5 psi using a hand pump\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrior to training or match, use a soft cloth, light detergent and warm water to remove dirt and residue from your rugby ball. This ensures that the grip remains in prime condition for maximum length of time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry environment\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #86b80e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.worldrugbyshop.com\/blogs\/blog\" style=\"color: #86b80e; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eVisit our Ball Care Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsure which ball to choose?\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #86b80e;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ball Buyer Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldrugbyshop.com\/a\/blog\/rugby-ball-guide\" style=\"color: #86b80e;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit our helpful Buyers Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUnavailable for shipping to Canada. All balls will ship deflated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"50\" width=\"247\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/2284\/4257\/files\/gilbert_logo_7d09344b-11f4-4fb9-8a48-e60080b5d539_480x480.jpg?v=1594742169\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gilbert","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":42666272260193,"sku":"49137405","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/2284\/4257\/files\/49137405-GilbertRWC2027AustraliaReplicaBallorangeteal01.png?v=1765550082","url":"https:\/\/www.worldrugbyshop.com\/products\/gilbert-rugby-world-cup-2027-australia-replica-ball","provider":"World Rugby Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}