Overview

• Canada enter ranked second in the world and hold a 7-0 all-time record over Australia, including a 45-7 win in Brisbane in May.
• Australia have reshuffled the XV with Emily Chancellor and Cecilia Smith starting, as most-capped duo Ashley Marsters and Trilleen Pomare move to the bench.
• Yapp urges a bold approach, telling her side they have one shot to attack in both defense and attack in the single-elimination clash at Bristol’s Ashton Gate.
• Oddsmakers make Canada overwhelming favorites, with forecasts pointing to showers and conditions expected to suit their powerful pack.
• The Wallaroos point to recent gains after a 73-0 win over Samoa, a 31-31 draw with the USA, and a strong start against England, emphasizing set-piece improvements.