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Australia to Kick Off 2027 World Cup Against Hong Kong
The Wallabies began Pool A with a match against Hong Kong China as part of the Rugby World Cup schedule, marking the tournament's opening fixture, organizers confirmed.
- On Oct. 1, 2027, the Australia national team will open the Rugby World Cup against the Hong Kong China national team at 6.45pm AWST at Perth Stadium, Perth.
- Organizers announced the schedule showing 52 matches over 19 match days in seven cities and eight venues for the 24-team tournament with 36 pool games across 17 days in a Friday–Monday window.
- Organisers scheduled the Sydney meeting on Oct. 9 to maximise crowd interest for the Australia national team vs the New Zealand national team clash, with the Wallabies' final pool game against the Chile national team on Oct. 16 in Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium.
- Such outcomes will affect Pool A progression and could set a likely quarterfinal path, with knockout rounds staged across Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney, according to organizers.
- Hong Kong China will make its first Rugby World Cup appearance and organizers announced a Super Sunday on Oct. 17, 2027, with the final on Nov. 13 at Stadium Australia, Sydney.
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