In Pool A, England, the top-ranked team, will compete against Australia, Samoa, and the USA, with the Wallaroos facing a tough challenge.

Australia's Wallaroos are aiming to advance to the quarter-finals, but they must navigate a difficult pool where only the top two teams will progress.

The tournament has expanded from 12 to 16 teams and will be held across multiple venues, culminating in the final at Twickenham.

Interest in the tournament is high, with over 60,000 tickets already sold for key matches, including the opening game and the final.

Ireland boasts a strong record against New Zealand, having won two of their three encounters, including a recent victory last month.

John Mitchell's team is focused on dethroning the reigning champions, New Zealand, in the upcoming tournament.

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp, a former England captain, recognizes that facing England in the opening match will create both pressure and opportunity for her team.

England is currently on a remarkable 20-match winning streak, having not lost to Australia in their previous encounters, including a decisive 41-5 victory in the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals.

Despite their strong performances, England's women's team, known as the Red Roses, has only won the World Cup twice, in 1994 and 2014.

The tournament will take place in various venues, including Twickenham, Sunderland's Stadium of Light, and Brighton and Hove Albion Stadium.

England's recent victory over Canada has propelled them to a record high ranking of 97.56, solidifying their status as favorites in the competition.

The draw for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup, set to take place in England, has placed defending champions New Zealand in Pool C alongside Ireland, Japan, and Spain.