Scotland have discovered their opponents for next year’s Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Bryan Easson’s side have been drawn against Canada, Wales and Fiji in Pool B after the draw on The One Show this evening.
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Hosts England are joined in Pool A by Australia, USA and Samoa, while holders New Zealand are in Pool B with Ireland – who beat the Black Ferns at WXV recently – plus Japan and Spain. France, Italy, South Africa and Brazil make up Pool D.
Rachel Malcolm was at the draw along with the captains from the other home nations.
The Scotland captain added: “We’re pretty used to playing Wales. We’ve played them a huge number of times – it’s always super-close, so we’re excited.”
And after her appearance on television, she gave her thoughts on each of the pool opponents.
Malcolm told Scottish Rugby: “None of those pools are easy but looking at our pool we’re super excited.
“What’s evident straight away is that the four teams play different styles of rugby. Canada are definitely a force to be reckoned with, they’re probably going to be our biggest challenge but equally we know Fiji play a very quick brand of rugby so we have to be ready for that and we know the challenge that a very physical Wales team bring so we’re excited for it.”
She also believes the World Cup, which will be played across eight cities in England between August 22 and September 27 next year – can be a pivotal moment for women’s sport.
She added: “As players we are all super passionate about growing our game.
“I think right now the standard of women’s rugby is the best it has ever been, so this is the best time to try and get as many eyes on the game as possible.”
The match schedule will be confirmed next week.
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