The All Blacks will start their 2027 World Cup campaign against Chile before taking on hosts Australia. Photo: Getty ImagesThe All Blacks will open their 2027 Rugby World Cup campaign with a Pool A match against Chile in Perth on Saturday, October 2. The Springboks, in Pool B, will be looking for an unprecedented third World Cup win in a row. To date, it is the only time a northern hemisphere side has won the World Cup. All Blacks pool matches at 2027 Rugby World Cup:All Blacks vs Chile - Perth - October 2 - 6:15pm NZTAll Blacks vs Australia - Sydney - October 9 - 7:10pm NZTAll Blacks vs Hong Kong China - October 15 - 7:15 NZTOther schedule highlights:

Source: Otago Daily Times February 03, 2026 11:45 UTC