World Rugby Endorses ZRU Interim Body Ahead of 2027

World Rugby has endorsed the Zimbabwe Rugby Union's interim committee led by Paddy Zhanda, signaling confidence in the country's return to the Rugby World Cup in 2027. Chairman Brett Robinson's visit underscores international backing, but fractures remain within local governance. The endorsement pressures rivals to unify. Failure to do so risks suspension. The global body expects stable leadership.