The Pool of Death features rugby's greatest rivalry between New Zealand and Australia. Both nations have combined for 5 World Cup titles and will battle for pool supremacy on Australian soil. The All Blacks enter as favorites, but the Wallabies have home advantage and passionate crowds. Hong Kong China makes their historic World Cup debut, while Chile returns for their second appearance. The trans-Tasman clash will be one of the tournament's most electric encounters.

Teams in Pool A: New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong China, Chile

Key Match: New Zealand vs Australia - Trans-Tasman rivalry deciding pool winners