Australia and Samoa have been drawn into a tightly contested pool alongside world No 1 England and the USA, creating a so-called "pool of death". Women's rugby is growing, and Australia is scheduled to host the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup, signaling expanding investment and interest. The tournament opened with England's Red Roses meeting the USA, a match both Australia and Samoa watched closely given the shared pool. Match day selections were published, with Samoa's starting XV and replacements listed and the Wallaroos' lineup detailed, including captains Kaitlan Leaney and Emily Chancellor and player caps. Pool dynamics and squad selections set up challenging early fixtures.
Australia and Samoa find themselves in the pool of death headed by England the world's No 1 side and the favourites for this tournament and the dangerous USA. If you're following the form, here's the Guardian's definitive guide to how the 2025 pools are arranged Women's Rugby World Cup: the definitive guide to the pools Share Women's rugby is on the rise and with Australia primed to host the 2029 Women's RWC, Jack Snape believes the sport is on the cusp of something special
This World Cup kicked off a few hours ago with England's Red Roses ensuring the host nation extended a warm welcome to the USA. Both Australia and Samoa will have been watching this game closely as they share a pool with both sides. Share SAMOA TEAM TO PLAY AUSTRALIA (1-15): Ana Mamea, Avau Filimaua, Glory Aiono, Ana-Lise Sio, Demielle Onesemo-Tuilaepa, Sinead Ryder, Sui Pauaraisa (c), Utumalama Atonio, Ana Afuie, Harmony Vatau, Drenna Falaniko, Fa'asua Makisi, Keilamarita Pouri-Lane, Lutia Col Aumua, Karla Wright-Akeli
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