1986–87 John Player Cup

The 1986–87 John Player Special Cup was the 16th edition of England's premier rugby union club competition at the time. Bath won the competition for the fourth consecutive year defeating Wasps in a repeat of the previous year's final. The event was sponsored by John Player cigarettes and the final was held at Twickenham Stadium.

Second round
Away team progress*

Third round
Away team progress*