A hybrid of H. 'Komodo Dragon' × H. 'Super Bowl', this cultivar was originated by Dr. Doug Beilstein of Ohio and registered by Mark Zilis of Illinois in 2006. It grows into a large size about 28 inches high with a spread of 40 inches in a semi-upright form with moderately wavy leaves. Very pale purple flowers bloom from late June into July.

'World Cup' was the 2018 Hosta of the Year by the American Hosta Growers Association. This cultivar was also winner of the Benedict Garden Performance Medal for 2019.