England and Wales Thrown Together in Dramatic 2027 Rugby World Cup Draw
So the Rugby World Cup 2027 draw has finally been made in Sydney, and it has delivered some seriously eye-catching matchups that fans are already buzzing about. One of the biggest talking points is that England and Wales have been placed in the same pool once again. If that feels familiar, it’s because it is—these two met at the same stage back in 2015, when Wales’ win at Twickenham played a huge role in England’s early exit. Now, a full decade later, that rivalry is being revived on Australian soil.
The two nations are joined in Pool F by Tonga and Zimbabwe. Tonga come in as the lowest-ranked side from their draw band, while Zimbabwe will be making their first Rugby World Cup appearance since 1991. On paper, this gives England and Wales a clearer path, but their own recent form—especially Wales’ tough two-year stretch—adds a layer of uncertainty. Still, the expectation is that both should progress, with the runner-up likely heading into a last-16 clash against the second-placed team from Pool C, possibly Fiji or Argentina.
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Elsewhere, the draw reunited Ireland and Scotland in Pool D. This pairing has become a regular sight, and memories of Ireland’s strong win over Scotland at the 2023 World Cup remain fresh. They’ll be joined by Uruguay and Portugal, two underdog teams who won plenty of admirers for their fearless performances in France.
In Pool A, hosts Australia have been handed what might be the most thrilling matchup of the entire draw: a showdown with the All Blacks. The idea that the tournament could open with a Bledisloe-style blockbuster on 1 October 2027 in Perth has already stirred excitement across both nations. Chile return for their second World Cup, and Hong Kong make their debut to round out that group.
Reigning champions South Africa headline Pool B, where they’ll face Italy, Georgia, and Romania. Given the Springboks’ current dominance, many expect them to top the pool comfortably. France, meanwhile, lead Pool E alongside Japan, the USA, and Samoa—another intriguing mix that brings together both heavyweight pedigree and rising rugby nations.
The 2027 edition marks a major expansion, growing from 20 teams to 24 and introducing a last-16 knockout round for the first time. That means more games, more unpredictability, and more chances for emerging nations to make their mark. The full match schedule will be released in February 2026, with ticket presales following shortly after.
With the pools now locked in, teams, fans, and analysts can finally start imagining the storylines, rivalries, and surprises that might unfold. And if this draw is any indication, the world is in for a dramatic, wide-open World Cup in Australia.
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