Rugby World Cup's kick-off is only 24 hours away. Gregor Paul and Patrick McKendry are our experts in London, watch them dissect the All Blacks' prospects and what to expect from the tournament.
In a week of predictions and cultural stereotyping, the Herald has done its best to try to fit in with the crowd and identify the 'real' reason why each team won't win the Rugby World Cup.
Samoa Smiling assassins have never advanced past the quarter-finals, which is crucial in winning a World Cup.
Scotland Not enough New Zealanders in their team.
Japan Timing their run for 2019.
United States Two words - Donald Trump.
Pool C
Julian Savea offloads the ball to TJ Perenara during The Rugby Championship match between Argentina and New Zealand. Photo / Getty Images
New Zealand It's clear in 2015 - winning World Cups is not New Zealand's thing (see Black Caps, Silver Ferns). Argentina Unfortunately scrums don't get you points.
Tonga A team wearing red has never won a World Cup.
Georgia Recent wins over Spain, Germany and Portugal should make them favourites...if it was the FIFA World Cup.
Namibia We can see them causing six major upsets but seven is just one bridge too far.
Pool D
France Semifinal specialists.
Ireland Will let a major win slip out of their hands, just like they did in 1991 World Cup semi-final, and against the All Blacks two years ago.
