Overview

• Canada and New Zealand are tied atop the standings with eight points, but New Zealand leads on point differential (+26 to Canada's +12).
• Canada needs a win with four tries to earn a bonus point and improve their differential, while awaiting New Zealand's result against the U.S.
• Australia remains mathematically in contention for the title but has never beaten Canada in six previous meetings.
• Canada's lineup sees notable changes, including McKinley Hunt and Gillian Boag starting in the forwards and captain Alex Tessier cleared to play after injury.
• The Pacific Four Series serves as a key preparation for the Rugby World Cup, where Canada will compete in Pool B against Scotland, Wales, and Fiji.