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Hong Kong China prepares for Rugby World Cup debut against Australia

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:09 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Hong Kong China prepares for Rugby World Cup debut against Australia

Summary

Hong Kong China is set to compete in their first Rugby World Cup, facing Australia on October 1, 2027, at Perth Stadium. Players Jack Combes and Alex Post expressed their excitement about participating in this prestigious event, emphasizing that it represents a significant achievement for the team. Having qualified by defeating Korea 70-22 last year, Hong Kong China is now drawn in Pool A, alongside not only Australia but also New Zealand and Chile. Combes remarked that despite the challenges ahead, it's a dream come true to open the World Cup.

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Key Details

•Hong Kong China faces Australia in their World Cup debut.
•Jack Combes and Alex Post reflect on their journey to the tournament.
•They qualified by defeating Korea 70-22 last year.
•Hong Kong China is in Pool A with Australia and New Zealand.

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6:09 PMBBC Sport — Never played in Prem - and now face World Cup hosts

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Jack Combes and Alex Post tell BBC Sport about a "dream come true" as they look ahead to the 2027 Rugby World Cup opener against hosts Australia.
— BBC Sport

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