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Joe Harvey

Since beginning work as a freelance sports journalist in 2018, Joe has contributed to numerous publications across the world. With a passion for men’s and women’s rugby, he has extensive knowledge of the sport’s development in North America and of Major League Rugby. He contributes to RugbyPass alongside other freelance commitments.

Springbok Women roll the dice with reshuffled pack for Ireland Test
The Springbok Women will face Ireland for the first time in 20 years with a reshuffled front row following injury to captain Babal…
Joe Harvey
22 Oct 2026, 5:48
Ireland ready to 'embrace challenge' of second-ever meeting with South Africa
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand is confident that Ireland are ready to "embrace the challenge" of the nation's second-ever meeting…
Joe Harvey
22 Oct 2026, 5:10
François Ratier makes eight changes to France XV after Black Ferns thrashing
François Ratier has made eight changes to his starting XV in response to France's 81-12 drubbing at the hands of the Black Ferns …
Joe Harvey
22 Oct 2026, 3:06
Alex Callender ready to hit Wales milestone as Sean Lynn makes pair of changes for Japan
Wales co-captain Alex Callender will make her 50th Test appearance this weekend as Sean Lynn’s side resume their WXV Global Seri…
Joe Harvey
22 Oct 2026, 2:29
Canada make two changes as they target another Red Roses victory
Ahead of Canada's third and final match against the Red Roses this year, Kévin Rouet has made two changes to the team that won la…
Joe Harvey
22 Oct 2026, 1:26
Canada's Alysha Corrigan reveals how she pulled off stunning solo try in historic England win
Alysha Corrigan has lifted the lid on her sensational solo try that helped Canada beat the Red Roses 24-21 in Toronto.
Joe Harvey
21 Oct 2026, 7:47
Springbok Women set straightforward goal for historic Ireland clash
Springbok Women forward Catha Jacobs believes the job for her team is simple against Ireland this weekend: win.
Joe Harvey
21 Oct 2026, 7:14
John Mitchell makes major selection call as Red Roses target Canada response
Red Roses full-back Ellie Kildunne has been dropped to the bench for the team's latest clash with Canada in WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
21 Oct 2026, 5:45
'Little Eva would be so proud': Karpani set for historic Wallaroos milestone
On Friday night in Canberra, Eva Karpani will become just the second Wallaroo to earn 50 Test caps when she comes off the bench ag…
Joe Harvey
21 Oct 2026, 5:35
Amy Cokayne: Red Roses not at 'panic stations' after Canada defeat
England vice-captain Amy Cokayne has insisted that the team are not at "panic stations" after their WXV Global Series loss to Cana…
Joe Harvey
20 Oct 2026, 10:59
WXV Global Series 2026: Talking points after the Red Roses' four year unbeaten streak ended
By now everyone should have caught their breath back after the latest weekend of WXV Global Series 2026.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
20 Oct 2026, 8:18
Exeter Chiefs appoint coach with international experience ahead of new PWR season
Exeter Chiefs Women have named vastly experienced Curtis Bradford as an assistant coach ahead of the new Premiership Women's Rugby…
Joe Harvey
20 Oct 2026, 4:41
British & Irish Lions Women confirm three key appointments with 'wealth of experience'
The British & Irish Lions have made three key appointments as the countdown to their inaugural Women's Tour next year gathers pace…
Joe Harvey
20 Oct 2026, 3:35
Australia climb World Rugby rankings after dominant Scotland win
Australia's eight-try victory over Scotland has seen the side move up to sixth place in the World Rugby rankings.
Joe Harvey
19 Oct 2026, 10:32
Latest injury rocks Springbok Women ahead of Ireland matches
The Springbok Women have suffered a major injury blow ahead of their home WXV Global Series fixtures against Ireland, with captain…
Joe Harvey
19 Oct 2026, 8:56
Georgie Perris-Redding: 'We made it harder than we needed to'
USA captain Georgie Perris-Redding believes the Eagles made life harder for themselves in their 36-27 victory over Italy.
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 18:25
Talking points: Bella Vogel shines as USA overcome Italy in Texas
The USA Women's Eagles' extended their unbeaten WXV Global Series 2026 campaign with a 36-27 win over Italy in Texas.
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 17:17
Rachel Malcolm admits Scotland are 'frustrated' after heavy Wallaroos defeat
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm admitted she was "frustrated" with her team's performance in the aftermath of their 56-12 loss to …
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 8:28
‘Everything we do this year is to beat England’: Canada deliver on their promise
In September, Canada scrum-half Olivia Apps told RugbyPass that “everything we do this year is to beat England”.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 7:39
‘I take full responsibility’: France coach speaks out after 81-12 defeat
France have not suffered a defeat like Saturday’s 81-12 thrashing by the Black Ferns in Hamilton for three decades.
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 5:57
England vow to respond after Canada end historic unbeaten streak
Red Roses captain Megan Jones has sworn England will respond after their first defeat in 42 Tests matches.
Joe Harvey
17 Oct 2026, 4:59
Talking points as Canada end England's 41-match unbeaten streak in Toronto
Shoshanah Seumanutafa’s 77th-minute try ended England's 41-match unbeaten run as Canada beat the world champions 24-21 at Toront…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 20:05
Red Roses player ratings v Canada in Toronto | WXV Global Series 2026
There we have it. After four years, England's Red Roses have seen their 41-match unbeaten run ended by Canada's 24-21 win in Toron…
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 18:32
'I wanted to choose when my time was up': Canada's most-capped player retires
Canada's most-capped player, Tyson Beukeboom, has announced her immediate retirement from rugby.
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 12:56
England U18 Women name 67-Player squad for first camp of the season
The England Under-18 Women's programme will start with a four-day camp at the University of Nottingham.
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 6:25
Alisha Joyce returns to Bristol Bears on one-match deal five months after exit
Alisha Joyce has returned to Bristol Bears on a one-match deal, just five months after leaving the club.
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 5:08
Italy name team for USA clash as Eagles chase historic winning run
Beatrice Rigoni will make her first Italy start in over 13 months when the Azzurre take on the USA Women's Eagles in Texas on Satu…
Joe Harvey
16 Oct 2026, 2:52
‘Outstanding’ Kévin Rouet extends Rugby Canada contract until 2030
Rugby Canada have extended the contract of head coach and director of women's rugby Kévin Rouet until the end of 2030.
Joe Harvey
15 Oct 2026, 8:00
Red Roses captain makes honest admission ahead of Canada rematch in Toronto
Red Roses captain Meg Jones believes her team did themselves a "disservice" in their 26-26 draw with Canada in the WXV Global Seri…
Joe Harvey
15 Oct 2026, 7:06
France include four debutants for Black Ferns clash in Hamilton
France head coach François Ratier has included four debutants in his matchday 23 to take on the Black Ferns in Hamilton.
Joe Harvey
15 Oct 2026, 5:15
Former Scotland scrum-half Caity Mattinson lands development role
Former Scotland scrum-half Caity Mattinson has joined Scottish Rugby as a pathways skills coach.
Joe Harvey
15 Oct 2026, 4:34
Canada name reshuffled XV for record-breaking England clash
Canada have recalled Alysha Corrigan and Sophie de Goede for Friday’s WXV Global Series clash with England in Toronto.
Joe Harvey
14 Oct 2026, 13:37
Katie Buchanan bags first Scotland start for Wallaroos clash in Sydney
Katie Buchanan will get her first Scotland start this Saturday as Dave Butcher's side resume their WXV Global Series campaign agai…
Joe Harvey
14 Oct 2026, 13:10
Red Roses welcome back Amy Cokayne for record-breaking Canada clash
Amy Cokayne will make her first appearance of WXV Global Series 2026 in the Red Roses' clash with Canada in Toronto on Friday nigh…
Joe Harvey
14 Oct 2026, 10:30
British & Irish Lions announce opponents for historic first women's fixture
The British & Irish Lions Women will play their first-ever game against France at Cardiff's Principality Stadium next August ahead…
Joe Harvey
14 Oct 2026, 2:00
Saracens 'delighted' to confirm retention of PWR Player of the Season
Premiership Women's Rugby player of the season Olivia Apps has re-signed with Saracens ahead of the 2026/27 seasons.
Joe Harvey
13 Oct 2026, 8:00
Springbok Women opt for continuity in squad for two-Test Ireland series
Anacadia Minnaar has returned to the Springbok Women squad for October following her late withdrawal from the European tour in Sep…
Joe Harvey
13 Oct 2026, 5:33
HSBC SVNS 2: 2027 venues and schedule confirmed by World Rugby
World Rugby has confirmed the venues and dates for the three HSBC SVNS 2 tournaments in 2027, with Nairobi, Montevideo and São Pa…
Joe Harvey
13 Oct 2026, 4:53
‘I’m with you guys’: Shaun Edwards fully focused on Red Roses despite Argentina move
England’s Red Roses have praised Shaun Edwards’ commitment to the side despite his impending move to coach Argentina’s men.
Joe Harvey
13 Oct 2026, 1:50
Seven capped Wallaroos named in Australia NextGen U21 squad
Seven capped Wallaroos have been included in the Australia NextGen Under-21 squad that will face New Zealand U21 later this month.
Joe Harvey
12 Oct 2026, 10:12
‘A great sense of pride’: Alexandra Chambon named France captain for New Zealand tour
With Pauline Bourdon Sansus unavailable for France's three-Test tour of New Zealand, François Ratier has named Alexandra Chambon …
Joe Harvey
12 Oct 2026, 9:27
Italy name 30-player squad for WXV Global Series tour of USA
Italy head coach Plinio Sciamanna has named a 30-player squad to tour the USA for Test matches against the Women's Eagles.
Joe Harvey
12 Oct 2026, 8:16
Ex-Hurricanes Poua coach takes on key Fiji women’s rugby role
Former Hurricanes Poua head coach Fusi Feaunati has been named Head of Women's Rugby by the Fiji Rakavi Football Union.
Joe Harvey
12 Oct 2026, 4:53
Canada get welcome injury boost ahead of home WXV fixtures against England
Saracens wing Alysha Corrigan has returned to the Canada squad after she missed September's WXV Global Series fixtures.
Joe Harvey
10 Oct 2026, 5:56
Ireland suffer major Aoife Wafer blow ahead of South Africa Tests
Ireland back-row Aoife Wafer has been ruled out of her team's two-match tour of South Africa in a major blow for Scott Bemand's si…
Joe Harvey
09 Oct 2026, 5:50
‘A really exciting group’: Nel Metcalfe ready for Wales return after long injury lay-off
Nel Metcalfe believes Wales are a different team to the one she left behind as she prepares to return to Test rugby.
Joe Harvey
08 Oct 2026, 8:32
Gloucester Hartpury recruit 'impressive' Wallaroos prop
Gloucester Hartpury have confirmed the signing of "impressive" Wallaroos tighthead Bridie O'Gorman ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Pre…
Joe Harvey
08 Oct 2026, 7:02
Brazil Women Sevens name new head coach after Crystal Kaua exit
Crystal Kaua has left her role as Brazil Women's Sevens head coach after the union opted not to renew the New Zealander's contract…
Joe Harvey
08 Oct 2026, 4:26
Celtic Challenge announces 2026/27 fixtures as competition continues to grow
Fixtures for the 2026/27 Celtic Challenge season have been announced, with the competition set to return for its fifth year in Dec…
Joe Harvey
08 Oct 2026, 3:55
Ireland must ‘thrive’ in physical South Africa challenge
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand is relishing the challenge of testing his team against South Africa in a two-match tour as part of…
Joe Harvey
07 Oct 2026, 8:08
Six Black Ferns XV players named in historic New Zealand U21 squad
Six Black Ferns XV players have been included in the inaugural New Zealand Under-21 squad ahead of their first fixture on Saturday…
Joe Harvey
07 Oct 2026, 5:05
Leicester Tigers bolster coaching staff with two-time Six Nations winner
Two-time Women's Six Nations winner Gill Bourke has joined Leicester Tigers coaching staff ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women'…
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 9:06
Trailfinders add Netherlands forward to squad as preparations for 2026/27 continue
Netherlands back-row Isa Prins has signed for JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby club Trailfinders Women.
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 6:29
Swys de Bruin's post-Springbok Women role has been confirmed
Swys de Bruin has taken up his first coaching role since leaving his position as Springbok Women head coach last month.
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 5:32
Scotland name 32-player squad for two-match Australia tour
Interim head coach Dave Butcher has named the 32-player Scotland squad that will travel to Australia to play the Wallaroos in two …
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 4:41
PWR lock in Final venue through 2029 in bid to ‘build something special’
JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby have confirmed that The Stoop will host the competition's showpiece finale in 2027, 2028 and 2029…
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 4:00
Marlie Packer to miss Canada and USA Tests as Red Roses name touring squad
Marlie Packer will not travel with the Red Roses to North America for the latter half of WXV Global Series to ahead of the birth o…
Joe Harvey
06 Oct 2026, 2:36
Big Ireland win sees Wales benefit in World Rugby rankings
Ireland's 43-19 victory over Japan in Cork has seen Wales return to 11th in the World Rugby rankings.
Joe Harvey
05 Oct 2026, 6:18
‘We wanted to disrupt their attack’: Springbok Women finish tour with Spain shutout
The Springbok Women ended their European tour on Sunday with a 20-0 win over Spain in Seville.
Joe Harvey
05 Oct 2026, 5:36
‘There’s a bigger score out there’: Ireland boss demands more after Japan win
Scott Bemand believed that Ireland left points out on the pitch after their 43-19 win against Japan on Saturday.
Joe Harvey
05 Oct 2026, 4:52
Nel Metcalfe returns to Wales squad for Japan WXV tour
Wales boss Sean Lynn has named a 30-player squad to tour Japan in October as part of WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
05 Oct 2026, 4:20
France forced to find new captain for New Zealand tour
France captain Pauline Bourdon Sansus will not travel to New Zealand for her team's WXV Global Series fixtures against the Black F…
Joe Harvey
30 Sep 2026, 8:51
Matt Ferguson exits Harlequins to take up Red Roses role
Matt Ferguson has left his role with PREM Rugby club Harlequins to take up a role with the RFU as a scrum and contact skills coach…
Joe Harvey
30 Sep 2026, 8:10
GB Sevens Olympian gets ‘full circle moment’ with Saracens return
GB Sevens flyer Ellie Boatman has joined JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby champions Saracens ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Joe Harvey
30 Sep 2026, 7:47
Ireland confirm Aviva Stadium return for 2027 Women's Six Nations
Ireland will host England at Dublin's Aviva Stadium in a blockbuster Round 4 of the 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Joe Harvey
30 Sep 2026, 3:51
Tickets go on sale for historic first British & Irish Lions Women tour
Tickets for Test fixtures at next year's first-ever British & Irish Lions Women tour in New Zealand have gone on sale.
Joe Harvey
30 Sep 2026, 3:28
The Rock to produce documentary on Black Ferns great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe
Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson is backing a documentary about legendary New Zealand and Black Ferns wing Portia Woodman-Wickliffe.
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2026, 12:52
‘She’s not the finished article’: Bemand challenges record-breaking Parsons to keep improving
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand believes that his team's all-time leading try-scorer Béibhinn Parsons still has room to grow.
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2026, 12:07
Xoliswa Khuzwayo: Springbok Women embrace their ‘underdog’ status
Springbok Women prop Xoliswa Khuzwayo has admitted that her team don't mind being called the "underdogs".
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2026, 8:36
Welsh international duo re-sign with PWR champions Saracens
Premiership Women's Rugby champions Saracens have announced the retention of Wales internationals Georgia Evans and Donna Rose.
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2026, 8:00
Red Roses confirm return to World Cup venue for 2027 Six Nations
The Red Roses will return to Sunderland's Stadium of Light for their Round 2 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations clash with Scotland…
Joe Harvey
29 Sep 2026, 2:00
WXV Global Series 2026: Week 3 talking points
We may well be heading into a two-week WXV Global Series hiatus but there is plenty of time to fawn over the weekend's action.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
28 Sep 2026, 10:59
World Rugby rankings: Wallaroos leapfrog Scotland after Edinburgh win
The Wallaroos have jumped up two places in the World Rugby rankings thanks to their 30-10 win against the Scotland in Edinburgh.
Joe Harvey
28 Sep 2026, 9:03
Canada's Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 run featured in four-part documentary
Canada's run to the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 final will be immortalised by a four-part documentary series.
Joe Harvey
28 Sep 2026, 8:35
'We take full accountability': Kévin Rouet laments Canada performance in La Rochelle
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet cut a frustrated figure at full-time of his team's 21-5 loss to France in La Rochelle.
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2026, 9:48
South Africa suffer double injury blow ahead of Spain fixture
South Africa will be without all-time leading points scorer Libbie Janse van Rensburg for their WXV Global Series crossover fixtur…
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2026, 9:22
Wallaroos finish 'tough' WXV tour with emphatic win over Scotland
The Wallaroos were delighted to finish off their “tough” European tour with a win over Scotland in the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2026, 8:58
Ireland player ratings v Japan | WXV Global Series 2026
Scott Bemand's Ireland got back to winning ways with a 31-24 result against Japan in Galway.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2026, 6:51
Women's rugby continues to grow one year on from Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
Today marks one year to the day since England's Red Roses beat Canada in the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 final.
Joe Harvey
27 Sep 2026, 4:14
Tafuna hat-trick ends Eagles 20-year wait for three-game winning streak
The USA Women's Eagles have won three games in a row for the first time in 20 year with a performance that  head coach Jack Hanra…
Joe Harvey
26 Sep 2026, 15:40
‘We were not going to be beaten’: Springbok Women bounce back against Italy
Upon their return to winning ways, the Springbok Women said they “were not going to be beaten” by Italy.
Joe Harvey
26 Sep 2026, 14:54
Zoe Harrison: 'I felt I had to make up for it somehow'
Match-winner Zoe Harrison experienced every conceivable emotion in the final minutes of the Red Roses 26-19 against the Black Fern…
Joe Harvey
26 Sep 2026, 13:23
Red Roses player ratings v Black Ferns | WXV Global Series 2026
Drama until the very end. The Red Roses got back to winning ways as Zoe Harrison's last-gasp try spelled victory for John Mitchell…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
26 Sep 2026, 9:06
Gareth Gilbert: Netherlands have shown ‘a lot of potential’ at WXV
Outgoing Netherlands head coach Gareth Gilbert believes his team's efforts at WXV Global Series Challenger have set the team up fo…
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2026, 9:23
WXV Global Series: Wallaroos and Scotland set for World Rugby rankings battle
The Wallaroos or Scotland could end the weekend ranked sixth in the World Rugby rankings when the latest weekend of WXV Global Ser…
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2026, 8:34
‘He has an aura’: Why Shaun Edwards joined the Red Roses
Shaun Edwards' arrival in Red Roses camp had been several weeks in the making.
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2026, 7:00
Ireland make six changes for Japan clash as Aoife Wafer ruled out
Ireland will be without Aoife Wafer as Scott Bemand makes six changes to his starting XV for Sunday's clash with Japan at Dexcom S…
Joe Harvey
25 Sep 2026, 5:17
Black Ferns: Historic first Lions tour offers 'new pinnacle' for players
It is exactly one year to go until the third Test of the first-ever British & Irish Lions Women’s tour.
Interview
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 23:30
South Africa ring the changes as they look to recover from Wales ‘sting’
The Springbok Women have made a plenty of changed to their squad as they look to recover from being "stung" by Wales in their WXV …
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 7:31
Canada rest Sophie de Goede for France clash in La Rochelle
Canada captain Sophie de Goede has been rested for her team's WXV Global Series encounter with France in La Rochelle.
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 7:04
Red Roses make trio of changes in the pack for Black Ferns visit to Allianz Stadium
Red Roses boss John Mitchell has made three changes to his starting XV to face the Black Ferns at Allianz Stadium.
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 5:30
Scotland forced into two changes as Wallaroos visit Edinburgh
Scotland interim head coach Dave Butcher has made four changes to his starting XV for Australia's visit to Edinburgh.
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 4:30
Carys Cox Boost for Wales Ahead of WXV Clash with USA in Cardiff
Carys Cox has returned to Wales' starting side for their WXV Global Series clash with the USA Women's Eagles on Saturday.
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 4:03
Michaela Leonard set to reach Wallaroos landmark against Scotland in WXV
Michaela Leonard will become the first player to reach 50 Test caps for the Wallaroos when she starts against Scotland in Edinburg…
Joe Harvey
24 Sep 2026, 2:09
Maddison Levi: ‘I don’t want to earn my spot because of my sevens career’
It did not take long for Maddison Levi to get the Test rugby itch.
Interview
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2026, 15:13
'The only constant is change': Saracens confirm departure of Canada international after one-year stay
Saracens have confirmed that league title-winning lock Laetitia Royer has departed the club after one season in North London.
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2026, 8:00
Scotland suffer double injury blow ahead of Australia WXV clash
Scotland interim head coach Dave Butcher has been dealt a double injury blow ahead of his side's meeting with the Wallaroos.
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2026, 7:24
Danelle Lochner learns fate after Wales red card
Danelle Lochner is free to play immediately after her red card against Wales was rescinded by the Foul Play Review Committee.
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2026, 4:03
Girls' rugby participation grows by 49% during four-year RFU project
The number of girls playing age-grade rugby at clubs in England has increased by 49% across the past four years.
Joe Harvey
23 Sep 2026, 1:56
Cloé Correa and Ambre Mwayembe learn fates after red cards against Australia
France's Cloé Correa and Ambre Mwayembe have learned their fates after receiving red cards in their team's 29-26 win over Austral…
Joe Harvey
22 Sep 2026, 12:01
‘Number one on my goal list’: Sisilia Tuipulotu eyes Lions spot
Scoring two tries in a big win is usually a good feeling for a player. Doing that in front of the British & Irish Lions Women coac…
Joe Harvey
22 Sep 2026, 10:12
'We did not play to our potential': Springboks determined to bounce back after Wales defeat
There was only one emotion the Springbok Women were feeling at the conclusion of their 50-19 loss to Wales: frustration.
Joe Harvey
22 Sep 2026, 9:20
WXV Global Series 2026: Week 2 talking points
Well. That was brilliant. WXV Global Series 2026 is very much living up to expectation. Last weekend proves that beyond doubt.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
22 Sep 2026, 3:58
USA and Wales see World Rugby rankings bump after big WXV wins
Big wins over the weekend have seen both the USA Women's Eagles and Wales climb the World Rugby rankings.
Joe Harvey
21 Sep 2026, 11:22
Riki Flutey: Shaun Edwards will 'add so much value' to the Red Roses
Riki Flutey knows Shaun Edwards better than most. The pair spent three seasons together across two spells at Wasps.
Joe Harvey
21 Sep 2026, 8:31
Shaun Edwards' post-France coaching destination is confirmed
Shaun Edwards' first coaching role since his shock exit as France's defence coach has been revealed.
Joe Harvey
21 Sep 2026, 3:03
‘We’re still at the beginning’: Italy head coach sets expectations after Japan win
Despite a 55-21 win against Japan, Italy head coach Plinio Sciamanna believes his team still have work to do.
Joe Harvey
21 Sep 2026, 1:30
Rachel Malcolm: 'It feels like there’s hope again'
Rachel Malcolm insisted Scotland can take positives from their 66-14 defeat against the Black Ferns.
Joe Harvey
21 Sep 2026, 0:15
‘The belief was there’: Hanratty hails USA’s remarkable Ireland comeback
After his USA Women’s Eagles side overturned a 19-point deficit to beat Ireland 40-36 in their WXV Global Series opener, Skerrie…
Joe Harvey
20 Sep 2026, 11:11
'I learned nothing': France coach Ratier unimpressed despite dramatic Wallaroos comeback
France head coach François Ratier claimed he learned nothing new about his team after they completed an unlikely comeback to beat…
Joe Harvey
20 Sep 2026, 10:00
Ireland player ratings v USA | WXV Global Series 2026
Tallaght Stadium was stunned into relative silence as the USA Women's Eagles secured a 40-36 win over Ireland in Dublin to start t…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
20 Sep 2026, 7:57
'We wanted to go for the win': Why Canada took a draw against the Red Roses
When Claire Gallagher booted the ball into touch at full-time of Canada's 26-26 draw with the Red Roses, there were boos at Sandy …
Joe Harvey
19 Sep 2026, 10:53
Red Roses player ratings v Canada | WXV Global Series 2026
England's 39-match winning run is over after the world champions drew 26-26 against Canada at Sandy Park.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
19 Sep 2026, 8:54
Talking points: Italy impress against Japan in WXV Global Series opener
Italy started life under Plinio Sciamanna with a dominant 55-21 victory against Japan in both teams' WXV Global Series opener.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
19 Sep 2026, 7:31
'I want people to watch what this team is about': Sean Lynn's rallying cry as Wales end wait for win
Sean Lynn afforded himself a pleased look at full-time after Wales' 50-19 victory over the Springbok Women.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 14:42
Talking points: Wales end 14 months of Test frustration with superb Springboks victory
Wales ended a 14-month wait for a Test victory as they opened their WXV Global Series campaign with a convincing 50-19 win over So…
Analysis
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 13:07
Canada keen to develop 'important relationship' with PWR clubs
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet has revealed his ambition to strengthen links between the national team and Premiership Women's Rug…
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 7:59
Every single World Rugby rankings permutations that can happen this weekend
Kévin Rouet's Canada can reclaim second in the World Rugby rankings if they end England's 39-match winning run in Exeter.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 6:00
Scott Bemand names back-row debutant for Ireland’s WXV opener
Jemima Adams Verling will make her Test debut in Ireland's first WXV Global Series 2026 fixture of the autumn.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 4:13
Ban confirmed: Canada prop learns fate after Scotland red card
Canada prop Brittany Kassil has been banned for three matches after her red card against Scotland in her team's WXV Global Series …
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 3:42
'Unlucky' Ireland second row to miss entirety of WXV Global Series
Former Ireland co-captain Sam Monaghan has been ruled out of the team's entire WXV Global Series campaign with an Achilles injury.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 3:10
Italy opt for experience ahead of Sakura Fifteen WXV opener
Plinio Sciamanna has leant heavily on experience for his first game as head coach of Italy.
Joe Harvey
18 Sep 2026, 2:15
Eagles eager to ‘challenge’ world’s best in WXV Global Series
The USA Women's Eagles have named the match day 23 for their WXV Global Series opener against Ireland.
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 13:27
Olivia Apps: 'We rewatched the World Cup final - our team is better now'
When Canada play England at Sandy Park this Saturday, it will be 357 days since the two teams met in the Women’s Rugby World Cup…
Interview
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 13:07
Heather Fisher: Abi Burton is a 'weapon' for the Red Roses
Heather Fisher believes that Abi Burton's brush with serious illness has pushed the back-row forward to new heights.
Interview
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 7:56
Sophie de Goede returns as Canada captain for World Cup final rematch
Sophie de Goede is back in Canada's starting XV for the team's Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 replay with England's Red Roses.
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 7:00
François Ratier confirms five changes for France ahead of Wallaroos Test
François Ratier has made five changes to his starting XV as France look to get their first win of WXV Global Series 2026 against …
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 6:54
Red Roses make nine changes for huge Canada WXV clash
John Mitchell has made a whopping nine changes to his Red Roses team ahead of their clash with Canada this weekend in Exeter.
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 5:30
Scotland shuffle starting XV ahead of Black Ferns visit
Scotland interim head coach Dave butcher has made four changes to his starting XV to face the Black Ferns this weekend in Edinburg…
Joe Harvey
17 Sep 2026, 4:44
Whitney Hansen shakes up Black Ferns side for Scotland clash
Whitney Hansen has made seven changes to the Black Ferns starting XV that beat France 28-14 last weekend.
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2026, 11:05
Harry Potter actor makes surprise move to become part-owner of rugby team
Harry Potter actor Oliver Phelps has been named as part-owner of Ultimate Sevens team, Atlantic Novas.
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2026, 10:27
Wales make huge selection call for WXV opener against South Africa
Wales head coach Sean Lynn has made a huge selection call for his team's WXV Global Series opener against the Springbok Women.
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2026, 4:11
What happens when the average person takes on a Red Roses preseason test?
As soon as I crossed the finish line, the only thing I wanted to do was lay on the ground. My lungs burned. It was impossible to e…
Joe Harvey
16 Sep 2026, 0:40
Wales hit by latest injury setback ahead of WXV opener
Kayleigh Powell has been ruled out of Wales' WXV Global Series campaign in the latest injury blow for Sean Lynn's side.
Joe Harvey
15 Sep 2026, 6:49
France call up two uncapped players ahead of Wallaroos clash
France head coach François Ratier has included two new uncapped players in his WXV Global Series squad.
Joe Harvey
15 Sep 2026, 3:19
Canada dealt blow as star wing ruled out of European WXV tour
Canada have confirmed that Alysha Corrigan will miss the European leg of the team's WXV Global Series campaign with injury.
Joe Harvey
15 Sep 2026, 2:45
Netherlands soar two places in World Rugby rankings after massive win
The Netherlands' huge WXV Global Series Challenger win against Samoa has seen the Oranje leap two places up the World Rugby ranki…
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 9:12
Springbok Women ready to play the world's 'best' at WXV
The Springbok Women are relishing the opportunity to take on the world's best in the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 8:46
WXV Global Series 2026: Week 1 talking points
WXV Global Series 2026 started at the weekend with a trio of fixtures.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 8:23
Japan include 16 World Cup veterans for European leg of WXV
Sakura Fifteen head coach Toshizumi Kitagawa has announced his 30-player squad for the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 4:41
Red Roses put Allianz Stadium date in the diary for 2027
England Rugby have confirmed that the Red Roses' 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations finale against France will take place at Allian…
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 3:05
Black Ferns call in potential debutant as Ruahei Demant cover
Ahead of their WXV Global Series fixture against Scotland, Black Ferns head coach Whitney Hansen has called up uncapped first-five…
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 2:28
Wales hopeful Megan Davey: 'The mindset is always that we're going to win'
Megan Davey wants to make the most of her Wales opportunity after a late call-up to Sean Lynn's WXV Global Series squad.
Joe Harvey
14 Sep 2026, 0:30
'We can actually give it': The confidence Australia have taken from England loss
Wallaroos captain Siokapesi Palu stated that her team were "super-stoked" at full-time of their 48-15 loss to England in Salford.
Joe Harvey
13 Sep 2026, 3:32
François Ratier's blunt two-word verdict after France's loss to the Black Ferns
François Ratier had a two-word response after his France team lost 28-14 to New Zealand's Black Ferns in their WXV Global Series …
Joe Harvey
13 Sep 2026, 2:53
Red Roses promise more after Wallaroos expose 'teething issues'
2020 was the last time England's Red Roses trailed a game at half-time. A stat that feels like it was plucked from a video game ca…
Joe Harvey
12 Sep 2026, 13:19
Black Ferns player ratings v France | WXV Global Series 2026
It was not quite the razzle dazzle of their Pacific Four Series title success. Or that of their wins against the Wallaroos or Spri…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
12 Sep 2026, 11:02
Red Roses player ratings v Australia | WXV Global Series 2026
The Red Roses certainly had to dig deep in their 48-15 win over the Wallaroos in their WXV Global Series opener in Salford.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
12 Sep 2026, 9:02
Charity Williams: The Test debutant with 10 years of international experience and two Olympic medals
Not so long ago, Charity Williams did not know what new experiences her rugby career could offer.
Interview
Joe Harvey
11 Sep 2026, 11:56
Wales dealt triple injury blow ahead of WXV campaign
Sean Lynn's Wales have suffered a triple injury blow ahead of their WXV Global Series campaign starting.
Joe Harvey
11 Sep 2026, 9:02
Where can you watch the WXV Global Series in 2026?
This weekend the WXV Global Series and WXV Global Series Challenger will get underway and bringing 18 leading women's internationa…
Joe Harvey
11 Sep 2026, 8:20
WXV Global Series: The huge World Rugby ranking changes that can happen this weekend
The World Rugby rankings could look very different after this weekend as the WXV Global Series gets underway.
Joe Harvey
11 Sep 2026, 6:58
Springbok Women unveil WXV squad as 'wider plan' revealed
Springbok Women co-coaches Franzel September and Laurian Johannes-Haupt have named the squad the European leg of their WXV Global …
Joe Harvey
11 Sep 2026, 2:47
'We need to be patient': Canada adopt World Cup approach for WXV
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet has told his squad to treat the WXV Global Series like a Women's Rugby World Cup.
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 13:00
France draft trio of sevens stars for WXV opener against ‘fantastic’ Black Ferns
François Ratier has called on the France Sevens squad ahead of his team's WXV Global Series opener against the Black Ferns on Sun…
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 8:52
Two-time Olympic medallist to make Test debut for Canada against Scotland
Two-time Olympic medallist Charity Williams will make her Test rugby debut against Scotland in Canada's WXV Global Series opener i…
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 6:16
World Cup-winning prop ruled out of Red Roses' home WXV fixtures
Women's Rugby World Cup-winning prop Kelsey Clifford has been ruled out of the Red Roses' home WXV Global Series fixtures.
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 5:50
Holly Aitchison reaches Red Roses milestone as major stars return from injury
Holly Aitchison will earn her 50th cap for the Red Roses take on the Wallaroos in their WXV Global Series opener on Saturday.
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 5:30
SA Rugby hail ‘leading coach’ Swys de Bruin after Springbok Women exit
SA Rugby President, Mark Alexander, has described outgoing Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin as one of the "leading coaches…
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 4:48
Evie Gallagher is back for Scotland against Canada after 363 day absence from Test rugby
Evie Gallagher will make her first Test appearance in 363 days when Scotland host Canada in the WXV Global Series this weekend.
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 4:21
Layla Sae completes sensational comeback as more injury trouble hits Black Ferns
Layla Sae will make her return to the Black Ferns just nine months after she sustained an ACL injury on club duty with Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
10 Sep 2026, 1:00
Red Roses record try-scorer among the latest World Rugby Hall of Fame inductees
Red Roses record try-scorer Sue Day is among the latest five World Rugby Hall of Fame inductees.
Joe Harvey
09 Sep 2026, 3:07
Springbok Women ‘established credibility’ despite loss to Black Ferns
Springbok Women co-coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt believes her side “established credibility” despite a 52-20 defeat to the Blac…
Joe Harvey
08 Sep 2026, 7:22
Ex-Wales captain secures ‘key’ WRU development role
Former Wales captain Siwan Lillicrap has been appointed head of women's coaching and development by the Welsh Rugby Union.
Joe Harvey
08 Sep 2026, 1:50
Wales drop to lowest-ever position in the World Rugby rankings
Wales have dropped to their lowest-ever position in the World Rugby rankings after Fiji beat Japan last weekend.
Joe Harvey
07 Sep 2026, 10:35
Four-time PWR winner commits to 13th Saracens season
Lotte Sharp has re-signed with Saracens to take her association with the North London club into a 13th season.
Joe Harvey
07 Sep 2026, 8:00
John Mitchell names highly experienced Red Roses squad for home WXV Tests
John Mitchell has named a 36-player WXV Global Series squad featuring 25 Women's Rugby World Cup winners.
Joe Harvey
07 Sep 2026, 3:00
'We needed that': Black Ferns take positives from challenging Springbok Women encounter
Black Ferns co-captain Georgia Ponsonby was quick to praise the Springbok Women after her team's 52-20 win at FNB Stadium.
Joe Harvey
05 Sep 2026, 7:40
Black Ferns player ratings vs Springbok Women | Rugby's Greatest Rivalry
The Black Ferns overcame the Springbok Women's pure power to register a 52-20 victory at Soweto's FNB Stadium.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
05 Sep 2026, 6:38
Portugal add former Sakura Fifteen boss to coaching staff ahead of Nations Cup
Lesley McKenzie has joined Rugby World Cup-bound Portugal after six years in charge of the Sakura Fifteen.
Joe Harvey
05 Sep 2026, 4:45
Hong Kong China name WXV squad ahead of long-awaited home return
Hong Kong China have named a 28-player squad for their home WXV Global Series Challenger campaign in September.
Joe Harvey
05 Sep 2026, 3:30
Samoa demand ‘intentional and accurate’ approach at WXV
Fuimaono Bella Milo has named her first squad as head coach of Manusina Samoa ahead of the WXV Global Series Challenger.
Joe Harvey
05 Sep 2026, 2:59
The auditions start now: One year to go until the first British & Irish Lions Women tour
There is exactly one year to go until the British & Irish Lions Women play their first tour match in New Zealand.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 11:06
'I’m not one to keep secrets': Swys de Bruin lifts the lid on his abrupt Springbok Women exit
Swys de Bruin has opened up about his abrupt departure as head coach of the Springbok Women.
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 9:57
Siya Kolisi issues rallying call to supporters ahead of ‘special’ women’s Test
Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has stated his desire for supporters to flock to FNB Stadium for the Springbok Women's match with t…
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 9:10
Rankings: What a win in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry could mean for the Springbok Women
The Springbok Women could leap three places up the World Rugby rankings with a shock win against the Black Ferns at FNB Stadium.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 7:17
Netherlands WXV squad confirmed after routing Scotland A in Amsterdam
The Oranje Dames XV have named the squad that will compete in the WXV Global Series Challenger this month.
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 5:46
'What matters is that we improve': Brazil target progress at WXV Global Series Challenger
As Yaras head coach Guilherme Coghetto has confirmed his squad that will travel to Hong Kong China for the WXV Global Series Chal…
Joe Harvey
04 Sep 2026, 5:21
USA Women’s Eagles determined to ‘express themselves’ at WXV Global Series
Georgie Perris-Redding and Erica Jarrell-Searcy will co-captain the USA Women's Eagles in WXV Global Series fixtures in September …
Joe Harvey
03 Sep 2026, 12:32
‘Expect the unexpected’: Whitney Hansen delivers warning to Black Ferns ahead of Boks clash
Whitney Hansen has told her Black Ferns team to "expect the unexpected" against the Springbok Women at FNB Stadium this weekend.
Joe Harvey
03 Sep 2026, 7:30
‘Right squad for this game’: Springbok Women bank on experience against Black Ferns
The Springbok Women have lent on experience for their Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-final repeat with the Black Ferns this weeke…
Joe Harvey
03 Sep 2026, 6:35
Statement: SA Rugby confirm the future of Springbok Women boss Swys de Bruin
SA Rugby have confirmed that Swys de Bruin has stepped away as head coach of the Springbok Women two days before their Rugby's Gre…
Joe Harvey
03 Sep 2026, 5:42
Springbok Women enlist top referee’s help ahead for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
The Springbok Women have enlisted the help of the world's leading female referee ahead of their Rugby's Greatest Rivalry clash wit…
Joe Harvey
03 Sep 2026, 3:22
What happened the last time the Springbok Women played the Black Ferns?
When the Springbok Women and Black Ferns meet in Rugby's Greatest Rivalry this Saturday it will have been 357 days since their las…
Joe Harvey
02 Sep 2026, 9:47
Springbok Women and Catha Jacobs target another step forward against Black Ferns
Springbok Women utility forward Catha Jacobs believes time spent playing sevens has helped her in Test rugby.
Joe Harvey
02 Sep 2026, 8:34
Seven potential debutants named as Italy look to ‘expand their player pool’ at WXV
New Italy head coach Plinio Sciamanna has named a 38-player Italy squad for the team's WXV Global Series campaign in September and…
Joe Harvey
02 Sep 2026, 4:33
Pauline Bourdon Sansus named France captain as key lock misses WXV Global Series
France head coach François Ratier has installed Pauline Bourdon Sansus as captain for the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
02 Sep 2026, 3:34
Shaunagh Brown: 'It can get boring to win by so much so often'
Former England prop Shaunagh Brown is certain that the Red Roses are looking forward to a "proper challenge" in the WXV Global Ser…
Interview
Joe Harvey
01 Sep 2026, 10:48
Spain boosted as award-winning scrum-half returns for WXV Global Series Challenger
Spain head coach Régis Sonnes has named the Las Leonas squad that will travel to Hong Kong China for WXV Global Series Challeng…
Joe Harvey
01 Sep 2026, 7:10
Sean Lynn welcomes back co-captains for ‘formidable’ WXV Global Series
Back-row duo Alex Callender and Kate Williams will captain Wales in their upcoming WXV Global Series fixtures across September and…
Joe Harvey
01 Sep 2026, 6:32
'They did not see the best of me': Vainah Ubisi vows to make her mark against Black Ferns
Vainah Ubisi has mixed memories of the Springboks' Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 campaign.
Joe Harvey
01 Sep 2026, 5:14
Wales wing set for ‘fun new chapter’ as club future confirmed
Lisa Neumann has signed for Leicester Tigers ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
Joe Harvey
01 Sep 2026, 3:54
John Mitchell includes exciting wing in latest Red Roses squad update
John Mitchell has named his most-recent Red Roses training squad ahead of WXV Global Series fixtures against Australia, Canada and…
Joe Harvey
31 Aug 2026, 1:00
Springbok Women name 32-player squad for 'unreal' Rugby's Greatest Rivalry clash
The Springbok Women have named a 32-player training squad ahead of their Rugby's Greatest Rivalry clash with the Black Ferns next …
Joe Harvey
30 Aug 2026, 8:05
'I am eternally grateful': Netherlands and Scotland A name squads for Amsterdam clash
Rugby Nederland will say goodbye to one of its greatest servants when its women's team take on a Scotland A in Amsterdam on Saturd…
Joe Harvey
28 Aug 2026, 9:07
Las Leonas ready for 'pivotal stage' of development under Régis Sonnes
Spain head coach Régis Sonnes has described his team's upcoming WXV Global Series Challenger as 'pivotal'.
Joe Harvey
28 Aug 2026, 6:10
Wallaroos boosted by return of reigning Player of the Year for WXV Global Series
Incumbent Wallaroos Player of the Year, Tabua Tuinakauvadra, will make her return for Australia at WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
28 Aug 2026, 2:01
‘We’ve got them hooked’: Canada primed to break attendance record against Red Roses
Canada vice-captain Alexandra Tessier believes the national team have "hooked" home supporters with their Women's Rugby World Cup …
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 10:08
Sophie de Goede retakes captaincy as Canada unveil squad for WXV
Reigning World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year, Sophie de Goede, has been reinstalled as captain of Canada.
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 10:00
Loughborough name 'naturally competitive' coach as Emily Scarratt replacement
Nathan Smith has appointed a BUCS Super Rugby-winning head coach as the successor to Emily Scarratt in his coaching staff.
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 7:11
World Cup-winning Black Ferns prop named in Exeter leadership group
Rugby World Cup 2021 winner Amy Rule has been named a vice-captain for Exeter Chiefs' JAECOO PWR Cup campaign.
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 5:48
Italy look within for new head coach to lead 'ambitious' team
The Italian Rugby Federation have confirmed the appointment of Plinio Sciamanna as the new head coach of Italy Women.
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 4:24
‘Next season is about going further’: PWR promise more growth after record-breaking campaign
Average attendances in Premiership Women's Rugby grew by almost a quarter across the 2025/26 league campaign.
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 2:43
‘It’s a very real possibility’: USA international sets PWR goal after re-signing with Loughborough
USA Women's Eagles hooker Kathryn Treder has signed a contract that will see her represent Loughborough Lightning for a fourth sea…
Joe Harvey
27 Aug 2026, 1:58
Saracens land title-winning back after exit from London rivals
JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby champions Saracens have signed Beth Wilcock after her departure from Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
25 Aug 2026, 8:00
Loughborough announce temporary coaching shake-up ahead of Lightning season
Loughborough Lightning head coach Nathan Smith will spend the WXV Global Series campaign with Canada.
Joe Harvey
25 Aug 2026, 6:11
Sakura Fifteen turn to 43-cap Brave Blossoms lock as new head coach
43-cap Brave Blossoms lock Toshizumi Kitagawa has been appointed as head coach of the Sakura Fifteen ahead of the WXV Global Serie…
Joe Harvey
25 Aug 2026, 4:39
Ireland target continued momentum as seven uncapped players named in 36-player squad
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has included seven uncapped players in his 36-player WXV Global Series training squad.
Joe Harvey
24 Aug 2026, 7:24
Brazil wish for 'intensity' ahead of first South Africa 'A' clash in São Paulo
South Africa Women 'A' and Brazil's Yaras have named their match day squads for Monday night's clash between the two teams.
Joe Harvey
24 Aug 2026, 7:08
World Cup-winning duo headline 13 international re-signings at Exeter
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the re-signing of 13 internationals prior to the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
21 Aug 2026, 7:09
Uncapped Loughborough centurion added to Wales training squad
Loughborough Lightning centurion Megan Davey has been added to Sean Lynn's extended Wales training squad for the WXV Global Series…
Joe Harvey
21 Aug 2026, 6:39
'It's exciting': Fijiana XV squad named for WXV Global Series Challenger
New Fijiana XV head coach Willie Walker has named his WXV Global Series Challenger squad that will travel to Hong Kong China next …
Joe Harvey
21 Aug 2026, 2:36
Exeter Chiefs 'delighted' as familiar face confirmed as new head coach
Exeter Chiefs have promoted Oli Bishop to the role of head coach prior to the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
Joe Harvey
20 Aug 2026, 6:51
IRFU complete Provincial Talent Coaches with trio of appointments
The Irish Rugby Football Union have completed their panel of Provincial Talent Coaches within the union's Women's National Team Sq…
Joe Harvey
20 Aug 2026, 5:15
Match official appointments locked in for WXV Global Series and Challenger
French referee Aurélie Groizeleau will become the fourth female to referee 50 Test matches during the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
20 Aug 2026, 2:39
'Big step forward': Springbok Women name squad for inaugural 'A' tour
SA Rugby have confirmed the 26-player squad that will travel to Brazil for the first-ever South Africa Women 'A' tour.
Joe Harvey
19 Aug 2026, 8:18
France step up WXV Global Series preparations with forwards clinic
François Ratier will host a four-day front-five forward training camp as France's preparations for the WXV Global Series continue…
Joe Harvey
19 Aug 2026, 6:34
Spain announce one-off Test against rising women's rugby nation
Spain's Las Leonas will play a one-off Test against the Springbok Women at the start of October.
Joe Harvey
19 Aug 2026, 5:33
Ruby Tui’s club future revealed after fortnight of social media clues
Speculation around Ruby Tui's club future has been put to rest after she signed for JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby runners-up Tr…
Joe Harvey
19 Aug 2026, 0:28
Maisy Allen steps out of 'comfort zone' with short-term move
Exeter Chiefs vice-captain Maisy Allen will join Canterbury for the upcoming Farah Palmer Cup campaign in New Zealand.
Joe Harvey
18 Aug 2026, 10:07
Wales wing Lisa Neumann provides update on club rugby future
Lisa Neumann has confirmed she is no closer to establishing her club rugby future after leaving Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
18 Aug 2026, 9:26
Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea reveals what has her ‘excited’ in Wallaroos camp
It has been seven years since Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea last played a Test match for the Wallaroos.
Joe Harvey
18 Aug 2026, 2:45
Five women’s rugby internationals who have represented two nations
This weekend Pia Tapsell could become the first rugby player to have represented both the Black Ferns and Wallaroos.
Joe Harvey
17 Aug 2026, 10:22
Three-time Champions Cup winner joins coaching staff of Élite 1 hopefuls
Toulon legend Jocelino Suta has joined the coaching staff of Toulon ahead of the 2026/27 AXA Élite 1 Féminine season.
Joe Harvey
17 Aug 2026, 7:33
How the Springbok Women reacted after 'proper Test match' against Fiji
Springbok Women assistant coach Franzel September said it was "mission accomplished" for the team after their completed a Test ser…
Joe Harvey
17 Aug 2026, 4:57
Back-row pair parachuted into Red Roses training camp
Red Roses head coach John Mitchell has called Daisy Hibbert-Jones and Sophie McQueen into the team's University of Nottingham trai…
Joe Harvey
17 Aug 2026, 3:08
57-cap prop returns to centrally contracted Ireland group for 2026/27
Experienced Ireland prop Linda Djougang has rejoined the union's centrally contracted programme for the 2026/27 season.
Joe Harvey
14 Aug 2026, 3:10
2029 auditions and unpredictability: John Mitchell sets England's sights on the WXV Global Series
A John Mitchell press conference 30 days out from the Red Roses' first WXV Global Series fixture of 2026 felt akin to the first as…
Joe Harvey
13 Aug 2026, 8:29
High-scoring sevens star Tshiremba will make Springbok debut against Fiji
Springbok Women's Sevens flyer Maria Tshiremba will make her Test debut for South Africa this weekend against the Fijiana XV in La…
Joe Harvey
12 Aug 2026, 5:18
Aseza Hele: 'You don't know how much you will miss that jersey'
Aseza Hele had a long wait between her 32nd and 33rd Test caps for the Springbok Women.
Joe Harvey
11 Aug 2026, 8:00
Former Champ boss Richie Williams joins Gloucester Hartpury
Cambridge's former Director of Rugby, Richie Williams, has joined JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby side Gloucester Hartpury as an …
Joe Harvey
11 Aug 2026, 6:32
'The opportunity for growth is enormous': Fukofuka lands new coaching role after Scotland exit
Eight days after his exit as Scotland head coach Sione Fukofuka has been appointed head coach of the Wallaroos.
Joe Harvey
11 Aug 2026, 3:39
Spain name 36-player squad as WXV Global Series Challenger preparation ramps up
A 36-player Las Leonas squad has been named as preparations for the WXV Global Series Challenger commence.
Joe Harvey
10 Aug 2026, 7:20
Springbok Women expressed 'freedom' in big Fijiana win
Springbok Women assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt was enthused with the team's 55-12 win against Fiji in Suva on Saturday aft…
Joe Harvey
10 Aug 2026, 6:08
14 uncapped players included in extended Wales squad for WXV
Wales head coach Sean Lynn has named a 46-player extended training squad for their four-game WXV Global Series campaign.
Joe Harvey
10 Aug 2026, 4:41
'I can't wait to get started': Edinburgh appoint ex-Scotland international as new head coach
Scotland Under-21 coach Louise Dalgliesh has been appointed head coach of Edinburgh Rugby in the Celtic Challenge.
Joe Harvey
10 Aug 2026, 4:10
Italy on the hunt for new head coach and WXV training squad named
Italy have confirmed the departure of Fabio Roselli as their head coach upon the announcement of a WXV Global Series training squa…
Joe Harvey
06 Aug 2026, 7:09
Fijiana include two debutants for first-ever Ubuntu–Bula Trophy clash with Springboks
The Fijiana XV have named two debutants for their encounter with the Springbok Women this weekend in Suva.
Joe Harvey
06 Aug 2026, 2:29
PWR fixtures: Ellie Kildunne to make Twickenham Stoop return in Round 1 of 2026/27
Ellie Kildunne will make an instant return to the Twickenham Stoop in Round 1 of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby seas…
Joe Harvey
05 Aug 2026, 4:00
Janse van Rensburg given captaincy ahead of Bok Women's clash with Fiji
Libbie Janse van Rensburg will captain South Africa ahead of their second-ever encounter with Fiji this weekend in Suva.
Joe Harvey
05 Aug 2026, 2:34
McMillan retires from international rugby five months after Scotland recall
Louise McMillan has announced her retirement from international rugby five months after her return to the Scotland set-up.
Joe Harvey
04 Aug 2026, 5:10
Scotland forward pack bolstered and England U20 cap included in WXV squad
Scotland have been able to recall a number of senior forwards upon the announcement of their WXV Global Series squad. 
Joe Harvey
04 Aug 2026, 1:33
Three-time Super Rugby winning head coach will lead Fiji into new era
Three-time Super Rugby Aupiki winning head coach Willie Walker has signed on to be head coach of Fiji Women.
Joe Harvey
04 Aug 2026, 1:06
Scotland appoint two new assistant coaches as another senior figure departs
Hot on the heels of Sione Fukofuka's departure as Scotland Women head coach the union have confirmed the appointment of two assist…
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 9:06
Cilliers headlines 30-player South Africa 'A' squad that will travel to Brazil
A total of nine capped Springbok Women have been included in a SA Women's 'A' squad that will travel to Brazil at the end of Augus…
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 7:52
Ex-Wallaroos captain Hamilton signs on with Élite 1's Toulon
Former Wallaroos skipper Grace Hamilton has signed for AXA Élite 1 club Rugby Club Toulon Provence Méditerranée ahead of the 20…
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 6:46
Match officials unveiled for women's internationals between August and October
Emirates match officials have been announced for the six women's internationals taking place between August and October.
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 3:35
Red Roses make 'lethal exciting rugby' promise as WXV Global Series training squad announced
England's Red Roses have announced a 40-player training squad that will begin preparations for the WXV Global Series this week.
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 3:00
Fukofuka ends eight-month tenure as Scotland head coach and interim appointment made
Sione Fukofuka has left his role as Scotland Women head coach eights months after his appointment by Scottish Rugby.
Joe Harvey
03 Aug 2026, 1:58
Italy's Vecchini joins 'ambitious' PWR club ahead of 2026/27
Italy hooker Vittoria Vecchini is the latest arrival at Gloucester Hartpury ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby …
Joe Harvey
31 Jul 2026, 6:18
New Ireland cap and Olympian are latest Trailfinders re-signings
Recently-capped Ireland international Niamh Gallagher is among the latest re-signing by JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby club Trai…
Joe Harvey
31 Jul 2026, 5:01
Red Roses confirm which 32 players have received full-time contracts for the 2026/27 season
The Red Roses have confirmed that 32 players will be contracted for the 2026/27 season.
Joe Harvey
31 Jul 2026, 3:31
Snyman ready to grasp Springbok challenge after 'hard decision'
Andre Snyman revealed he had "no expectation" that his daughter, Keira, would ever wear a Springboks jersey.
Joe Harvey
30 Jul 2026, 4:11
Trailfinders lure 'exciting' England wing to PWR runners-up
Two-cap England Red Roses wing Bo Westcombe Evans has joined Trailfinders Women ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby cam…
Joe Harvey
30 Jul 2026, 2:07
USA Rugby partner with CRAA in aim to 'unlock' potential of the sport
USA Rugby have partnered with the College Rugby Association of America to support the long-term growth, alignment and sustainabili…
Joe Harvey
28 Jul 2026, 8:13
Pair of Red Roses headline Trailfinders Women re-signings
England internationals Abi Burton and Haidee Head are among the first batch of re-signings by JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby run…
Joe Harvey
28 Jul 2026, 5:24
2026 WXV Global Series Challenger: Every single fixture and kick-off time
Fixtures and kick-off times have been confirmed for the first-ever WXV Global Series Challenger event in Hong Kong China have been…
Joe Harvey
28 Jul 2026, 3:00
Aseza Hele back for Springbok Women's two-Test tour of Fiji
Aseza Hele is back in Swys de Bruin's Springbok Women squad for the first time since Women's Rugby World Cup 2025.
Joe Harvey
28 Jul 2026, 2:36
2026 WXV Global Series: Every single fixture and kick-off time
In September a new era for women's rugby will begin when the WXV Global Series sets sail for the very first time.
Joe Harvey
28 Jul 2026, 1:01
Former Great Britain captain Fergusson lands Celtic Challenge coaching role
Former Great Britain Sevens captain Robbie Fergusson has been named Glasgow Warriors head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Celtic Challe…
Joe Harvey
27 Jul 2026, 6:50
Scotland A team to play August fixture against European opposition
Scottish Rugby have announced that a Scotland Women A team will travel to Amsterdam to take on the Netherlands in late August.
Joe Harvey
23 Jul 2026, 5:30
RFU introduce toolkit to combat sexism and misogyny at community clubs
The Rugby Football Union have partnered with Women in Sport to launch a landmark anti-sexism and misogyny policy to make the sport…
Joe Harvey
23 Jul 2026, 4:46
PWR champion and Olympian swaps Saracens for Exeter Chiefs
Deborah Wills has traded Saracens for Exeter Chiefs ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
22 Jul 2026, 7:07
'I'm proud to be part of the journey': Scarratt signs on for more as Red Roses assistant
Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Emily Scarratt has joined John Mitchell's Red Roses coaching staff on a full-time basis.
Joe Harvey
22 Jul 2026, 5:00
'That's no joke': Why Toulon went all in on Boks back Jakkie Cilliers
Rugby Club Toulon Provence Mediterranee head coach Stéphane Beyt-Gamonet revealed that he signed Springbok Women fly-half Jakkie …
Joe Harvey
21 Jul 2026, 7:49
RFU aim to 'maximise opportunities' with women's performance calendar alignment
Major women's rugby stakeholders  have put the development of its players first with an alignment of the women's performance rugb…
Joe Harvey
21 Jul 2026, 3:51
'There's still so much more to come': Wales' Pyrs re-signs with Gloucester Hartpury
Wales lock Alaw Pyrs has re-signed with Gloucester Hartpury for the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
Joe Harvey
17 Jul 2026, 7:25
Daughter of All Blacks legend Jerry Collins signs first PWR contract
Jerry Collins' 18-year-old daughter Honey Kerslake has signed her first senior contract with JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby club…
Joe Harvey
17 Jul 2026, 4:57
Blacklock 'looking forward to next chapter' after Saracens exit
Former Scotland international Beth Blacklock has left JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby champions Saracens for France.
Joe Harvey
17 Jul 2026, 2:53
New Exeter Chiefs owners '100 per cent' want to invest in women's rugby
Cannae Holdings CEO, Ryan Caswell, has maintained that women's rugby is a major part of the new Exeter Chiefs owners plans at Sand…
Joe Harvey
16 Jul 2026, 6:43
Drua make one change for knockout clash against the Reds in Fiji
Fijian Drua Women have made just one change for their Swyftx Super Rugby Women’s semi-final with the Queensland Reds.
Joe Harvey
16 Jul 2026, 2:46
Force name matchday 23 for first-ever Super Rugby Women's semi-final
The Western Force have named their matchday squad for an historic Swyftx Super Rugby Women's semi-final against the NSW Waratahs.
Joe Harvey
16 Jul 2026, 2:13
Most-capped female Test referee Barrett-Theron steps away after cancer diagnosis
Aimee Barrett-Theron has stepped away from officiating with immediate effect after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
Joe Harvey
15 Jul 2026, 9:35
'I really want to enjoy my rugby': Phillips trades London for the South West
Carys Phillips has swapped Harlequins for Exeter Chiefs ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
15 Jul 2026, 7:33
Daughter of ex-Springbok back included in Junior Springbok Women squad
The daughter of 38-cap Springbok Men international Andre Snyman has been included in a Junior Springbok Women squad ahead of a ser…
Joe Harvey
15 Jul 2026, 4:09
Impressive win over Springboks helps USA climb World Rugby rankings
The USA Women's Eagles have climbed back to eighth in the World Rugby rankings thanks to their 26-19 win against the Springbok Wom…
Joe Harvey
15 Jul 2026, 4:02
Two-time Olympian Brown among 10 Loughborough Lightning re-signings
GB Sevens captain Abbie Brown is among 10 Loughborough Lightning re-signings ahead of the 2026/27 edition of JAECOO Premiership Wo…
Joe Harvey
15 Jul 2026, 3:07
Has Ilona Maher hinted that her return to rugby is around the corner?
The USA's Ilona Maher has hinted that her return to rugby could be just around the corner on social media.
Joe Harvey
14 Jul 2026, 8:28
Nine-cap Wallaroo becomes fifth Australian to sign with Leicester Tigers this summer
Leicester Tigers have added a fifth Australian to their squad for next year's JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
Joe Harvey
14 Jul 2026, 2:57
Fourth Gloucester Hartpury stalwart signs for Sale Sharks
A fourth player has traded Gloucester Hartpury for Sale Sharks ahead of the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
13 Jul 2026, 9:34
Leicester add sixth international signing to 2026/27 PWR squad
Leicester Tigers have added a sixth capped international to their squad for the 2026/27 JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby campaign.
Joe Harvey
13 Jul 2026, 5:59
49-player squad named for 'next phase' of Springbok Women season
Swys de Bruin has named a 49-player squad that will begin preparations for the Springbok Women's remaining Tests in 2026.
Joe Harvey
13 Jul 2026, 2:01
'There's plenty more to come': High-potential Aiono re-signs with Gloucester Hartpury
Teenage Wales international Jorja Aiono has re-signed with JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby club Gloucester Hartpury.
Joe Harvey
10 Jul 2026, 7:42
Mannini looking forward to playing at the 'highest level' with Harlequins
Italy international Sara Mannini will call the Twickenham Stoop home next season after she signed for Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
10 Jul 2026, 7:15
Super Rugby Women's semi-final moved to be Nations Championship curtain raiser
The Western Force and the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Women's semi-final will now be a doubleheader with the Wallabies' Nations Cham…
Joe Harvey
10 Jul 2026, 4:37
Lagi Tuima has a new club after seven-year Harlequins stay
Lagi Tuima has signed for Leicester Tigers after her seven-year stay with Harlequins came to an end this summer.
Joe Harvey
10 Jul 2026, 2:54
Scotland fly-half Helen Nelson 'excited' to join new PWR club
Scotland fly-half Helen Nelson has signed for JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby runners-up Trailfinders Women after her Loughboroug…
Joe Harvey
09 Jul 2026, 7:42
De Bruin makes one Springbok change for second USA clash
The Springbok Women have made just one change to their starting side for the second Test against the USA Women's Eagles on Saturda…
Joe Harvey
09 Jul 2026, 5:14
Female players and match officials nearly 70 per cent likelier to receive online abuse
World Rugby have found that female players and match officials are 69 per cent more likely to experience online abuse than their m…
Joe Harvey
09 Jul 2026, 4:44
Ex-Leicester boss Bundy lands new PWR coaching role
Former Leicester Tigers head coach Ross Bundy has joined Exeter Chiefs as an assistant coach for the 2026/27 season.
Joe Harvey
09 Jul 2026, 3:30
Eagles make seven changes for Springbok Women clash in Pretoria
Jack Hanratty has made six changes for the USA Women's Eagles' second Test with South Africa on Saturday afternoon in Pretoria.
Joe Harvey
08 Jul 2026, 11:28
'Intelligent' Wales scrum-half Jones extends Gloucester Hartpury stay
Wales international scrum-half Sian Jones has extended her stay with three-time JAECOO Premiership Women's Rugby champions Glouces…
Joe Harvey
08 Jul 2026, 5:49
'I loved the idea immediately': How a hybrid role has reignited Ngwevu's Test career
Aphiwe Ngwevu's Test rugby career has been reignited after she took on a hybrid role with the Springbok Women.
Joe Harvey
08 Jul 2026, 4:34
'I wanted to challenge myself': Lightning add sixth Canada international to squad
Loughborough Lightning have added a sixth Canadian to their squad for the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
08 Jul 2026, 2:00
Bundy leaves Leicester after one season as head coach
Ross Bundy has left his role as Leicester Tigers head coach after one season with the Premiership Women's Rugby club.
Joe Harvey
08 Jul 2026, 0:18
Exeter recruit 'incredibly talented' Wales prop Davies for 2026/27
Exeter Chiefs have confirmed the signing of 17-cap Wales prop Maisie Davies ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.…
Joe Harvey
07 Jul 2026, 10:33
Lutui pledges future to 'special club' after breakthrough Loughborough campaign
After a breakthrough season England international Haineala Lutui has signed a new multi-year contract with club side Loughborough …
Joe Harvey
07 Jul 2026, 2:36
South Africa adopt 'next job' mentality for second Eagles Test
Springbok Women assistant coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt has claimed the team will not dwell on their 34-21 victory against the USA …
Joe Harvey
06 Jul 2026, 9:19
Green makes 'special' return after Loughborough Lightning exit
Bristol Bears have announced the signing of promising fly-half Lia Green ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
06 Jul 2026, 8:36
World Cup winner Ponsonby among 17 Trailfinders departures
Premiership Women's Rugby runners-up Trailfinders Women have announced the full list of 17 players that will leave West London thi…
Joe Harvey
06 Jul 2026, 8:00
Teen sensation Caitlyn Halse confirms PWR club move
Teenage Wallaroos star Caitlyn Halse will play for Leicester Tigers in Premiership Women's Rugby in the 2026/27 season.
Joe Harvey
06 Jul 2026, 7:08
Wallaroos climb World Rugby rankings after the USA's South Africa loss
The Wallaroos have moved ahead of the USA Women's Eagles in the World Rugby rankings without having played a game over the weekend…
Joe Harvey
06 Jul 2026, 6:25
Zackary to hit Eagles half century on Fourth of July against Springboks Women
Kate Zackary will win her 50th cap for the USA Women's Eagles on the same day her country celebrates 250 years of independence.
Joe Harvey
01 Jul 2026, 10:02
Tony Rowe: 'Black Knight Rugby are committed totally to supporting women's rugby'
Exeter Chiefs exec Tony Rowe has stated that the team's new owners are 'committed totally' to supporting the club's Premiership Wo…
Joe Harvey
01 Jul 2026, 6:32
Salvin departs Exeter after one season as head coach for full-time Test rugby role
Steve Salvin has left Exeter Chiefs after one season as head coach to take on a full-time role as Wales' forwards coach.
Joe Harvey
01 Jul 2026, 3:25
'It feels like the right time to step away': 30 cap Red Roses lock retires
England Red Roses lock Cath O'Donnell has announced her retirement from rugby at the age of 30.
Joe Harvey
01 Jul 2026, 2:31
Bok Women eye forward domination and World Rugby rankings rise in 2026
The Springbok Women want to dominate the USA Women's Eagles at Ellis Park this Saturday in the first fixture of a two-Test series.
Joe Harvey
01 Jul 2026, 0:29
2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby | RugbyPass' Team of the Season
Sunday afternoon saw Saracens pick up their fourth Premiership Women's Rugby title in style with a 52-14 win over Trailfinders Wom…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
30 Jun 2026, 9:17
Ex-Ireland internationals Briggs and Muldoon land provincial women's rugby lead roles
Irish Rugby have appointed four provincial women's rugby leadership roles as the union aims to continue the growth of women's rugb…
Joe Harvey
30 Jun 2026, 4:30
Springbok hope high-intensity training can prepare squad for USA Tests
The Springbok Women are hoping that their high-intensity training can make up for a lack of game time in 2026.
Joe Harvey
30 Jun 2026, 2:32
'It's made me feel loved': Marlie Packer's perfect Saracens sendoff
Marlie Packer felt the love ahead of her last-ever match for Saracens in their Premiership Women's Rugby Final victory against Tra…
Joe Harvey
29 Jun 2026, 9:04
Promising Australian fly-half wants to 'make an impact' with Leicester
Western Force fly-half Grace Freeman will ply her trade with Leicester Tigers in the 2026/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
29 Jun 2026, 8:20
Alex Austerberry: Saracens have 'risen the bar' with latest PWR success
Saracens' Director of Women's Rugby, Alex Austerberry, had waited a long time to take the North London club back to the top of Eng…
Joe Harvey
28 Jun 2026, 11:14
PWR Final | Takeaways as Saracens end their title drought against Trailfinders
Saracens registered a record score in the PWR Final to claim their first English league title in four years against Trailfinders W…
Analysis
Joe Harvey
28 Jun 2026, 9:02
Three takeaways as Wales register a 34-17 win against the Barbarians
Sean Lynn's Wales have experienced victory for the first time in 11 months thanks to a 34-17 win against the Barbarians at Allianz…
Joe Harvey
27 Jun 2026, 11:03
Wales player ratings vs Barbarians | 2026
Wales have warmed up for their Nations Championship opener against Fiji in Cardiff next week with a 33-31 win against the Barbaria…
Joe Harvey
27 Jun 2026, 8:30
22 World Cup stars included in Springboks squad for Eagles Test matches
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin has named a 30-player squad for the team's two-Test series against the USA Women's Eagles…
Joe Harvey
27 Jun 2026, 4:43
Sale's Perris-Redding given Eagles captaincy for South Africa tour
Sale Sharks forward George Perris-Redding will skipper the USA Women's Eagles on their first-ever tour of South Africa.
Joe Harvey
27 Jun 2026, 4:25
Ruby Tui: 'Just let me put the boots on and see how it all goes'
Ruby Tui joked that Saturday’s outing for the Barbarians will not be her first game of rugby in almost 12 months.
Interview
Joe Harvey
26 Jun 2026, 23:42
Grand Slam winning Ireland head coach Philip Doyle dies aged 61
Former Ireland head coach Philip Doyle has died at the age of 61.
Joe Harvey
26 Jun 2026, 9:25
'One of the best scrum-halves in the game' pens new Harlequins deal
Red Roses scrum-half Lucy Packer has re-signed with Premiership Women's Rugby club Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
26 Jun 2026, 6:51
Wood to officiate PWR Final 86 days after giving birth to second child
Holly Wood will referee Sunday's 2026 Premiership Women's Rugby Final just 86 after she gave birth to her second child.
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 9:10
WXV Global Series: Italy out for World Cup revenge on home soil
Italy will be out for Women's Rugby World Cup revenge against South Africa when they host the southern hemisphere side in the WXV …
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 7:44
Carys Phillips creates unique piece of Barbarians history with Allianz Stadium selection
Carys Phillips' selection for the Barbarians this weekend has seen her make a unique piece of history for the world famous invitat…
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 6:56
Callender to skipper inexperienced Wales team against Barbarians in Twickenham
Alex Callender will captain an inexperienced Wales team against the Barbarians on Saturday afternoon at Allianz Stadium.
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 4:34
Automotive brand ends PWR's two year wait for title sponsor with multi-million pound deal
Premiership Women's Rugby have ended their two year search for a title sponsor by securing a multi-million pound and multi-year de…
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 4:00
'It is going to ramp up': Stewart expects big changes in full-time Wallaroos set-up
Wallaroos wing Maya Stewart expects there to be plenty of changes in the programme when it is established as a full-time set-up.
Joe Harvey
25 Jun 2026, 3:09
'Devastating' Bermudez signs on for more with Loughborough
Canada wing Fancy Bermudez claimed she had found a "sense of family" upon re-signing for Premiership Women's Rugby club Loughborou…
Joe Harvey
24 Jun 2026, 10:08
'She is a natural leader': USA international to exit Trailfinders
Experienced USA Women's Eagles back-row Kate Zackary will leave Trailfinders Women after the Premiership Women's Rugby Final this …
Joe Harvey
24 Jun 2026, 10:05
Eagles set New York date with Red Roses for WXV Global Series finale
England's Red Roses will conclude their 2026 WXV Global Series campaign against the USA Women's Eagles at Sports Illustrated Stadi…
Joe Harvey
24 Jun 2026, 9:07
'That's a better competition for us to play in': WRU aiming for two teams in PWR
Welsh Rugby Union director of women's rugby Nadine Griffiths has revealed that two Welsh teams could join Premiership Women's Rugb…
Joe Harvey
24 Jun 2026, 2:51
Gloucester Hartpury 'delighted' to retain 'key figure' for 2026/27
England international Mia Venner has signed a new deal with her club side Gloucester Hartpury.
Joe Harvey
23 Jun 2026, 7:01
Sale Sharks recruit 'most underrated' player in PWR
Sale Sharks boss Tom Hudson described new signing Freya Aucken as one of Premiership Women's Rugby's "most underrated" players whe…
Joe Harvey
23 Jun 2026, 6:11
'We are building something genuinely special': Red Roses agree new contract framework with RFU
The RFU and England's Red Roses have agreed a new four-year contract framework that covers the current Women's Rugby World Cup cyc…
Joe Harvey
23 Jun 2026, 4:56
Lewis crosses West Country divide as three more players exit Gloucester Hartpury
Wales flanker Bethan Lewis has traded Gloucester Hartpury for Bristol Bears for the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
22 Jun 2026, 9:37
USA Women's Eagles trio top list of 10 Leicester Tigers departures
Leicester Tigers have confirmed the impending departure of 10 players from Mattioli Woods Welford Road at the end of the Premiersh…
Joe Harvey
22 Jun 2026, 7:29
'I need to focus on giving back': Firefighter Wales prop announces Test retirement
Wales' Jenni Scoble will retire from international rugby to focus on her career with the Fire Service after this weekend's Barbari…
Joe Harvey
22 Jun 2026, 4:55
Walsh lands top Rugby Australia high performance role after World Championship success
Tim Walsh has been named Rugby Australia's Director of Women's High Performance less than a month after he led Australia Women's S…
Joe Harvey
22 Jun 2026, 2:42
Women's Rugby World Cup winner added to Susie Appleby's Barbarians squad
Barbarians Women have added a Women's Rugby World Cup winner to their squad for next week's fixture with Wales at Allianz Stadium.
Joe Harvey
18 Jun 2026, 6:00
Gloucester Hartpury add 'world-class' French firepower to 2026/27 squad
Experienced France international Gabrielle Vernier will join three-time Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester Hartpury fo…
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 8:16
'I always thought I'd be back': Rosie Galligan's new club revealed
Rosie Galligan will return to the Twickenham Stoop ahead of the 2026/27 season for a second spell with Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 6:00
Ireland confirm home WXV Global Series matches against 'quality international teams'
Ireland will host the USA Women's Eagles and Japan as part of their home WXV Global Series fixtures in September.
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 4:00
'It’s been a learning curve at times': Maude re-signs with Lightning after breakthrough campaign
Alicia Maude is the latest player to re-sign with Loughborough Lightning after a breakthrough season with the Premiership Women's …
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 3:01
'Grateful' Galligan brings second Saracens stint to an end
It has been confirmed that Women's Rugby World Cup winner, Rosie Galligan, will be end her second spell at Saracens.
Joe Harvey
16 Jun 2026, 1:45
PWR semi-finals: Talking points as Trailfinders and Saracens reached the Final
After 74 matches of the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season just one more fixture remains.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 9:22
South Africa and Ireland to play for first time in 20 years at WXV Global Series
The Springbok Women have confirmed they will host a first-ever Test series against Ireland in October as part of the WXV Global Se…
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 5:27
14 uncapped players included in Wales squad for Barbarians clash
Wales head coach Sean Lynn has named a 33-player squad for his team's clash with the Barbarians on Saturday 27 June at Allianz Sta…
Joe Harvey
15 Jun 2026, 4:16
'It would mean everything': Packer eyes perfect Saracens exit
Marlie Packer wants Saracens to end Trailfinders Women's party at the Premiership Women's Rugby Final in two weeks' time.
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 11:46
Match-winning Jess Breach try sends Saracens to sixth PWR Final
Jess Breach's late try for Saracens set up an all-London clash in the Premiership Women's Rugby Final with Trailfinders Women.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 10:51
How Meg Jones inspired Trailfinders to semi-final success against Gloucester Hartpury
Meg Jones wryly smiled when asked by TNT Sports' Sarra Elgan who she wanted to play in the Premiership Women's Rugby Final.
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 9:23
Trailfinders end Gloucester Hartpury's 'four-peat' ambition with stunning Queensholm win
Trailfinders Women stunned Gloucester Hartpury to take a place in the Premiership Women's Rugby final for the first time.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 8:31
'You’ve set the precedent': Matatu begin Super Rugby Aupiki season with record crowd
Matatu kicked off the new Super Rugby Aupiki season with a record attendance for a standalone domestic women's rugby fixture on Sa…
Joe Harvey
14 Jun 2026, 5:54
Alisha and Jasmine Joyce's club future confirmed after Bristol exits
The Welsh Rugby Union have confirmed that Alisha and Jasmine Joyce will play their club rugby in the Celtic Challenge next season.
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 5:33
Marlie Packer to say StoneX goodbye in knockout PWR clash
Marlie Packer will be hoping to a winning conclusion to her time at StoneX Stadium this Sunday.
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 5:01
Gloucester Hartpury make six changes for 'Queensholm' semi-final with Trailfinders
Gloucester Hartpury will be hoping to ditch their recent form ahead of this weekend's Premiership Women's Rugby semi-final clash w…
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 4:26
Orr returns to Scotland as Edinburgh confirm seven signings
Emma Orr headlines a group of seven Scotland internationals that have signed for Edinburgh Rugby ahead of next season.
Joe Harvey
12 Jun 2026, 3:22
'I don't even know what to say': Wafer doubles up on top Six Nations prize
Aoife Wafer was speechless upon learning she had been voted the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship for a…
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 15:14
Canada international scoops Player of the Season gong at Rugby Awards
Saracens scrum-half Olivia Apps has been named Premiership Women's Rugby Player of the Season.
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 14:47
'This is a new chapter': Marlie Packer's club future has been confirmed
Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Marlie Packer's club future has been confirmed.
Joe Harvey
10 Jun 2026, 5:08
PWR Round 18 talking points: The big Gloucester Hartpury and Saracens contrast
Now only four Premiership Women's Rugby teams remain. After 18 rounds Gloucester Hartpury, Saracens, Exeter Chiefs and Trailfinder…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 9:21
Scotland will return to Murrayfield for the 2027 Women's Six Nations
It has been confirmed that Scotland Women will return to Scottish Gas Murrayfield at the 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 8:40
'I will miss being around the club': Packer to exit Saracens after nine years
Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Marlie Packer will end her nine-year stay with Saracens at the conclusion of this season.
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 8:00
Two World Cup winners included in RPA Women's U23 Team of the Season
Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 winners Maddie Feaunati and Morwenna Talling have been named in the Rugby Players' Association's Unde…
Joe Harvey
08 Jun 2026, 4:48
'We are going to do great things': Spain's Pena signs new Harlequins deal
Spain captain Claudia Pena has signed a new deal with Premiership Women's Rugby club Harlequins. 
Joe Harvey
05 Jun 2026, 8:10
'Incredibly proud' Ireland and Gloucester Hartpury prop Perry announces retirement
Ireland and Gloucester Hartpury prop Ellena Perry will call time on her rugby career at the conclusion of this Premiership Women's…
Joe Harvey
05 Jun 2026, 3:56
'I could be playing for Barnes': Ellie Kildunne sheds light on club future
England full-back Ellie Kildunne has revealed that she does not currently know where she will be playing her club rugby next seaso…
Joe Harvey
05 Jun 2026, 2:33
Ex-Ireland captain and Canada front-row among Exeter departures list
Former Ireland captain Edel McMahon and Canada hooker Emily Tuttosi are among the seven players leaving Exeter Chiefs at the end o…
Joe Harvey
04 Jun 2026, 9:42
Shaunagh Brown: 'If you think that, you don’t know what you’re talking about'
Shaunagh Brown believes that Jo Yapp is the “best person” to lead the first-ever British & Irish Lions Women’s Team against …
Interview
Joe Harvey
04 Jun 2026, 8:24
'It is a huge statement of intent': Loughborough recruit five internationals for 2026/27
Loughborough Lightning have announced the signing of five Canada internationals in a move that the team's head coach, Nathan Smith…
Joe Harvey
04 Jun 2026, 4:00
Eloise Webb: 'My immediate instinct was to opt out'
Eloise Webb revealed that she nearly turned down the Springbok Women's Sevens when she was asked to join the team for the HSBC SVN…
Joe Harvey
04 Jun 2026, 3:18
Bristol re-sign trio of club stalwarts as preparations for next season continue
Bristol Bears have confirmed the retention of club stalwarts Rownita Marston-Mulhearn, Holly Phillips and Jenny Herring ahead of t…
Joe Harvey
04 Jun 2026, 1:51
Canada call up PWR reinforcements for SVNS finale in Bordeaux
Canada Women's Sevens have called in reinforcements from Premiership Women's Rugby for the HSBC SVNS World Championship finale in …
Joe Harvey
03 Jun 2026, 9:32
Former Canada second row announces 'bittersweet' retirement
Retiring Exeter Chiefs second row Abby Duguid has described her decision hang up her boots at the end of this season as 'bitterswe…
Joe Harvey
03 Jun 2026, 8:57
'It's our last chance': Leicester eye first win of the season in East Midlands derby
Leicester Tigers have one more chance to end the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season with a win.
Joe Harvey
03 Jun 2026, 7:46
PWR Cup: Groups and fixtures for 2026/27 confirmed
Fixtures for the 2026/27 edition of the PWR Cup have been confirmed by Premiership Women's Rugby.
Joe Harvey
03 Jun 2026, 4:00
'I'm gutted to be leaving': Ellie Kildunne to exit Harlequins after five years
England Red Roses full-back Ellie Kildunne said she is "gutted" to be leaving Harlequins at the conclusion of the 2025/26 Premiers…
Joe Harvey
02 Jun 2026, 9:05
Highly influential Bok scrum-half to miss USA Test series
South Africa Women will be without Nadine Roos for their two-match Test Series against the USA Women's Eagles in July.
Joe Harvey
02 Jun 2026, 7:14
Leicester recruit Dutch-born France international prop Lindelauf
Leicester Tigers have announced the signing of Dutch-born France international prop Coco Lindelauf ahead of next season.
Joe Harvey
02 Jun 2026, 4:50
'Hugely important' Skeldon pens new deal to stay with Bears
Scotland hooker Lana Skeldon has re-signed with Bristol Bears to stay in the West Country for a fourth season.
Joe Harvey
02 Jun 2026, 3:01
Dan Murphy: Gloucester Hartpury got 'monkey off the back' with Trailfinders defeat
Gloucester Hartpury's Head of Rugby, Dan Murphy, stated that his team's first defeat in almost 18 months is a "monkey off the back…
Joe Harvey
02 Jun 2026, 2:22
'I'm incredibly happy': England prop re-signs with Gloucester Hartpury
Dual international prop Mackenzie Carson has signed a new contract at Kingsholm Stadium to extend her stay with Gloucester Hartpur…
Joe Harvey
01 Jun 2026, 8:57
PWR Round 17 talking points: What does Gloucester Hartpury's stumble mean?
After a two month slumber Premiership Women's Rugby returned for Round 17. Good things often come to those who wait. We definitely…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
01 Jun 2026, 8:16
Tuinakauvadra to join Leicester as Rugby Australia allow players to make PWR moves
Tabua Tuinakauvadra spearheads a "select group" of Wallaroos that Rugby Australia have allowed to join Premiership Women's Rugby c…
Joe Harvey
01 Jun 2026, 4:31
PWR returns: Every Women's Six Nations star back in action this weekend
After almost two months of Test rugby later Premiership Women's Rugby is back for its final sprint of the season.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 8:46
Exeter's Salvin turns to surprise face to provide Maddie Feaunati cover
Exeter Chiefs head coach Steve Salvin has turned to Canada tighthead DaLeaka Menin to solve the club's No.8 conundrum.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 7:44
Alisha and Jasmine Joyce among lengthy Bristol Bears departures list
Alisha and Jasmine Joyce are two of 11 players leaving Bristol Bears at the conclusion of the Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 6:09
Kelter swaps positions as Loughborough make final semi-final push
USA international Alev Kelter will play at blindside flanker for Loughborough Lightning in their must-win match against Saracens.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 4:45
Aoife Wafer: 'I don't think I'm anywhere near a finished product'
Harlequins and Ireland back-row Aoife Wafer still thinks she has room for to improve.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 3:47
Loughborough announce impending exodus of 11 Lightning players
Loughborough Lightning have confirmed that 11 players will leave the East Midlands club at the end of the 2025/26 season.
Joe Harvey
29 May 2026, 2:36
Zintle Mpupha 'positive' about South Africa's Valladolid preparation
Experienced Zintle Mpupha believed that the Springbok Women's Sevens can enjoy a positive HSBC SVNS World Championship stop in Val…
Joe Harvey
28 May 2026, 9:34
Scottish Rugby unveil newly formatted women's performance pathway system
Scottish Rugby have unveiled their reformatted performance pathway system for women's rugby.
Joe Harvey
28 May 2026, 8:26
Rowland praises 'standout' Morrall after Breakthrough Player of the Season nomination
Helena Rowland understands the hype around her Loughborough Lightning teammate Carmela Morrall.
Joe Harvey
28 May 2026, 7:23
'This happens every year': Gloucester Hartpury not sweating over exits
All of a sudden Gloucester Hartpury appear like a very different team heading into the final stretch of the Premiership Women's Ru…
Joe Harvey
28 May 2026, 4:52
'I need a new challenge': Beckett latest Gloucester Hartpury star to move north
Sale Sharks have confirmed that Sarah Beckett will be the third England international to join the club from Gloucester Hartpury th…
Joe Harvey
27 May 2026, 10:00
'It's an incredible group': Wafer signs on for more with Harlequins
Reigning Guinness Women's Six Nations Player of the Championship Aoife Wafer has extended her stay with Harlequins.
Joe Harvey
27 May 2026, 6:00
Who is British & Irish Lions Women's head coach Jo Yapp?
The British & Irish Lions have confirmed that Jo Yapp will be head coach of their 2027 Tour of New Zealand.
Joe Harvey
27 May 2026, 5:03
British & Irish Lions confirm first-ever Women's head coach for 2027 Tour of New Zealand
Jo Yapp has been confirmed as the first-ever head coach of the British & Irish Lions Women's Team.
Joe Harvey
27 May 2026, 3:00
Springbok Women name three debutants for the Rugby Africa Women's Cup's Round 2
The Springbok Women have confirmed the squad that will play Uganda in the second round of the Rugby Africa Women's Cup.
Joe Harvey
26 May 2026, 5:54
'I really want to bring my child up as a northerner': Stratford to exit Gloucester Hartpury
Women's Rugby World Cup winning England Red Roses captain Zoe Stratford OBE, will join Sale Sharks ahead of the 2026/27 Premiershi…
Joe Harvey
25 May 2026, 11:10
World Cup winning centre announces PWR club swap for 2026/27
Women's Rugby World Cup winning centre Tatyana Heard will call Sale Sharks home next season.
Joe Harvey
22 May 2026, 9:00
WXV Global Series: When will we next see Women's Six Nations teams in action?
It is hard to believe that only six weeks ago the Guinness Women's Six Nations got started.
Joe Harvey
22 May 2026, 3:00
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of the Tournament
We were treated to the best ever edition of the Guinness Women's Six Nations in 2026. From start to finish everything was epic.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
21 May 2026, 9:52
'A wonderful servant to the club': Lagi Tuima's Harlequins exit confirmed
Lagi Tuima's seven year stay with Harlequins will come to a close at the end of this season.
Joe Harvey
21 May 2026, 7:42
Loughborough confirm departure of senior international playmaker
Helen Nelson will leave Loughborough Lightning at the conclusion of the 2025/26 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
21 May 2026, 3:24
The Rugby Awards 2026: Apps, Muir, Pena and Sing nominated for top PWR prize
Nominees for The Rugby Awards 2026, presented by Gallagher, have been revealed.
Joe Harvey
21 May 2026, 0:30
The big question: Are England's Red Roses the greatest sports team of all time?
Are England's Red Roses the greatest sports team of all time?
Joe Harvey
20 May 2026, 6:36
Leicester announce retention of USA international as PWR re-signings start
Leicester Tigers have announced the retention of USA Women's Eagles international Tess Feury as their first re-signing ahead of th…
Joe Harvey
19 May 2026, 8:31
Qolo named Springbok Women captain as assistant coaches take charge at Rugby Africa Women's Cup
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin will not travel with his team for the Rugby Africa Women's Cup later this month.
Joe Harvey
19 May 2026, 8:07
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of Round 5
There was impossible to not enjoy Round 5 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
18 May 2026, 10:31
'The group is so resilient': Red Roses overcome outside noise to keep Six Nations crown
Relief was plastered over the face of England players at full-time. They had secured their eighth Guinness Women's Six Nations tit…
Joe Harvey
17 May 2026, 13:01
France v England | Talking points as the Red Roses triumphed in Bordeaux
All the record books will show that England won the Guinness Women's Six Nations a little differently in 2026.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
17 May 2026, 12:21
Red Roses secure eighth successive Women's Six Nations title with 43-28 France win
England's Red Roses wrapped up their eighth Guinness Women's Six Nations title in a row with a 43-28 win over France in Bordeaux.
Joe Harvey
17 May 2026, 10:40
Ireland player ratings v Scotland | 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations
Ireland will want each of their fixtures to be played at the Aviva Stadium moving forward.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
17 May 2026, 8:57
‘Something has got to change’: Ex-Wales internationals fume at lack of improvement
Former Wales internationals Philippa Tuttiett and Sioned Harries questioned what was next for the nation after they finished at th…
Joe Harvey
17 May 2026, 7:32
Three key Guinness Women's Six Nations questions ahead of Super Sunday
The stage is set. Everyone knows their places. All that is left to do is for Round 5 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations to g…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 9:42
Fukofuka makes two Scotland changes for Six Nations conclusion
Scotland have made two changes for their Round 5 Guinness Women's Six Nations meeting with Ireland at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 5:31
Ireland make one change for record-breaking Aviva Stadium encounter
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand has confirmed his match day squad to play in Sunday's record-breaking clash with Scotland at the A…
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 4:34
Italy make four changes ahead of Women's Six Nations finale in Cardiff
Italy head coach Fabio Roselli has made four changes to his starting team for their Guinness Women's Six Nations 'Super Sunday' tr…
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 3:17
'Her contribution was profound': Scottish Rugby unveil Siobhan Cattigan trophy
Scottish Rugby have unveiled the Siobhan Cattigan Trophy ahead of this Sunday's Guinness Women's Six Nations encounter with Irelan…
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 2:23
WXV Global Series: Wales confirm two Cardiff clashes
Cardiff Arms Park will be the venue of Wales' first two WXV Global Series encounters this September.
Joe Harvey
15 May 2026, 1:09
Béibhinn Parsons: 'A big stadium can magnify your performance'
Béibhinn Parsons wants Ireland to harness the energy of Aviva Stadium with over 30,000 supporters expected to attend the first-ev…
Joe Harvey
14 May 2026, 9:43
Harlequins back three trio re-sign to extend Stoop stay
Harlequins have announced the retention of back three trio Lauren Torley, Katie Shillaker and Grace Crompton ahead of the 2026/27 …
Joe Harvey
14 May 2026, 9:03
Italy lock that shares unique Castrogiovanni stat aims to end career on 'high note'
Italy lock Valeria Fedrighi hopes to finish her playing career on a 'high note' after the 33-year-old confirmed she will retire th…
Joe Harvey
14 May 2026, 4:41
France backed to topple England in Six Nations finale by World Cup winner
Women's Rugby World Cup winning wing Ruby Tui believes France can end the Red Roses' Guinness Women's Six Nations dominance this w…
Joe Harvey
14 May 2026, 3:54
Keira Bevan: 'It did feel like a backwards step'
Wales scrum-half Keira Bevan has admitted that her team's Round 4 loss to Ireland felt like a 'backwards step'.
Joe Harvey
13 May 2026, 7:35
Sale skipper Perris-Redding extends stay with Sharks
Sale Sharks captain Georgie Perris-Redding has re-signed  with the club to spend a seventh season in the North West.
Joe Harvey
13 May 2026, 6:21
Scotland reveal full WXV Global Series schedule for 2026
Scottish Rugby have confirmed all five of their WXV Global Series fixtures taking place this September and October.
Joe Harvey
13 May 2026, 4:07
Five 'Super Saturdays' locked in for 2027 Women's Six Nations
Every round of the 2027 Guinness Women's Six Nations will be played on Saturdays in the wake of a record-breaking 2026 Championshi…
Joe Harvey
13 May 2026, 3:09
Ruby Tui's return to international rugby has been confirmed
Women's Rugby World Cup winner and Olympic gold medalist Ruby Tui will make her international rugby return for Barbarian F.C. agai…
Joe Harvey
12 May 2026, 23:00
Bears announce retention of 'one of the best players in the world'
Evie Gallagher has signed a new contract with Premiership Women's Rugby club Bristol Bears.
Joe Harvey
12 May 2026, 10:00
'It's an amazing time for the sport': Ireland look forward to record-breaking weekend
There is something special in the Dublin air this week ahead of Ireland's clash with Scotland at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.
Joe Harvey
12 May 2026, 7:46
'Thank you for giving me the best ending': Ex-Spain captain announces retirement
Ex-Spain captain Laura 'Bimba' Delgado has confirmed that she will retire at the conclusion of the Premiership Women's Rugby seaso…
Joe Harvey
12 May 2026, 4:08
Scottish Rugby confirm PWR interest: 'We look forward to continuing discussions'
Scottish Rugby are the latest union to confirm that they have expressed interest in a team joining Premiership Women's Rugby.
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 10:24
2026 Women's Six Nations talking points: Which Ireland international has 'established themselves as world-class'?
The 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations finale has been set up perfectly. Next weekend we will see who out of France or England lift…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 9:56
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of Round 4
There is just one more round of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations to go.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 8:37
Malcolm out of Scotland's Six Nations finale in Dublin
Scotland captain Rachel Malcolm will miss the team's Guinness Women's Six Nations finale against Ireland due to injury.
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 6:13
'A really exciting option': WRU file PWR expression of interest
The Welsh Rugby Union have officially confirmed their submission of an expression of interest bid to join Premiership Women's Rugb…
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 5:37
Boks legend Jordaan lands Bulls Daisies head coach role
Springbok Women legend Zenay Jordaan has been appointed head coach of the Blue Bulls Daisies.
Joe Harvey
11 May 2026, 4:21
Keevy Fitzpatrick: 'Until I got there it was hard to see myself being there'
Keevy Fitzpatrick is another one of those young up-and-coming England age grade internationals looking to make the most of her opp…
Interview
Joe Harvey
10 May 2026, 1:13
Ireland player ratings v Wales | 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations
There was nothing particularly flashy about Ireland's 33-12 win over Wales in Round 4 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 13:47
Scotland v France | Talking points as France set up Grand Slam decider with England
France have set up an enthralling Guinness Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider with England thanks to their 11-try win over Sco…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 10:45
Marlie Packer: 'My secret weapon is that I am enjoying it'
After she scored four tries in  England's 61-33 win against Italy, Marlie Packer stated that she is enjoying her return to a star…
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 8:50
Italy v England | Talking points as Marlie Packer scores four tries in Parma
A dominant first half in Parma and four tries from Marlie Packer went a long way to securing the Red Roses a 61-33 win against Ita…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 8:06
Leg injury rules out England back-row ahead of Italy kick-off
England back-row Maddie Feaunati has been ruled out of the Red Roses' Guinness Women's Six Nations meeting with Italy ahead of kic…
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 5:05
WXV Global Series' smaller ball trial: 'Why should we not try it?'
In April it was confirmed by World Rugby that a trial of a women’s specific size 4.5 ball will take place at the WXV Global Seri…
Joe Harvey
09 May 2026, 2:00
Irish clubs could play in PWR after IRFU confirm expression of interest
The IRFU have confirmed that its clubs could play in Premiership Women's Rugby at some point in the future.
Joe Harvey
08 May 2026, 8:24
England U21 international Bunker re-signs with Gloucester Hartpury
Gloucester Hartpury have retained the services of Molly Bunker ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
08 May 2026, 1:45
Bemand aims for Ireland to excite in back-to-back home Six Nations games
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand wants his team to make an impact in their back-to-back home fixtures that conclude the 2026 Guinne…
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 8:52
Appleby to make coaching return alongside England legend in June
Susie Appleby will make her coaching return with Barbarian F.C. this June for the team's fixture with Wales at Allianz Stadium, Tw…
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 6:00
Roselli makes pair of changes to Azzurre for Red Roses encounter
Fabio Roselli has made two changes to his Italy team that will take on the Red Roses this weekend in Parma.
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 5:30
No Malcolm as Fukofuka makes seven Scotland changes for France
Scotland head coach Sione Fukofuka has made a whopping seven changes to his starting side for France's visit to Edinburgh.
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 4:32
Cox returns to Wales midfield as Lynn makes three changes for Ireland trip
Carys Cox has returned to Sean Lynn's starting XV for Wales' Guinness Women's Six Nations fixture with Ireland in Dublin.
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 3:49
'The standards here are really high': Metcalfe staying put with the Circus
Wales international Nel Metcalfe has re-signed for Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester Hartpury ahead of the new season…
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 3:07
'Outsanding' Balogun signs on for more with Bears
Christiana Balogun is the latest Bristol Bears player to re-commit to the West Country club after signing a new deal at Ashton Gat…
Joe Harvey
07 May 2026, 2:08
Most-capped Wallaroo ever Marsters confirms next move
It has been confirmed that the Wallaroos' leading appearance maker Ashley Marsters will swap codes for the next two years.
Joe Harvey
06 May 2026, 3:02
Another Red Roses stalwart ruled out of remaining Six Nations fixtures
Two-time Women's Rugby World Cup winner Alex Matthews will miss the remainder of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations with a shou…
Joe Harvey
05 May 2026, 8:49
Rowland to hit half-century as Red Roses make six changes for Italy
Helena Rowland will make her 50th appearance for England's Red Roses against Italy in Round 4 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nat…
Joe Harvey
05 May 2026, 7:00
Harlequins 'thrilled' to re-sign South Africa's Lochner
South Africa second row Danelle Lochner has re-committed to Harlequins for the 2026/27 Premiership Women's Rugby season.
Joe Harvey
05 May 2026, 6:46
Teagan Levi returns to Gold Coast for NRL Women's stint
Rugby sevens star Teagan Levi will trade codes after it was announced she has signed for the Gold Coast Titans for the 2026 NRL Wo…
Joe Harvey
05 May 2026, 5:04
Thomson joins Scotland squad as trio ruled out with injury
Experienced Scotland centre Lisa Thomson has joined Sione Fukofuka's squad for the remainder of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nati…
Joe Harvey
05 May 2026, 3:05
Sophie de Goede: 'I was back in purgatory. It’s been a long road'
There was plenty of excitement as Rugby Canada announced a two-match series with England’s Red Roses in October.
Interview
Joe Harvey
01 May 2026, 12:21
Women's Six Nations attendance record smashed after Round 3
Six Nations Rugby have confirmed that numerous records have been obliterated three rounds into the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Natio…
Joe Harvey
01 May 2026, 9:37
'I can't really put it into words': Jodie Verghese's rise to Red Roses contention
When Jodie Verghese described her 2025/26 season as a “whirlwind” the 23-year-old hit the nail on the head.
Interview
Joe Harvey
01 May 2026, 8:23
Pop star Meghan Trainor makes 'game-changing' investment in US competition
GRAMMY award winning artist Meghan Trainor has been unveiled as one of the latest investors in Women's Elite Rugby.
Joe Harvey
01 May 2026, 3:58
New As Yaras boss Coghetto sets sights on Women's Rugby World Cup 2029 qualification
Brazil have appointed former men's international Guilherme Coghetto as the new head coach of its women's national team.
Joe Harvey
01 May 2026, 2:42
Wales captain Williams to miss remainder of Women's Six Nations
In their most recent squad update Wales have confirmed that the team's captain, Kate Williams, will miss the remainder of the 2026…
Joe Harvey
30 Apr 2026, 8:48
Bristol centurion 'proud' to extend stay with Bears
Delaney Burns has become the second Bristol Bears player to pledge their future to the West Country side.
Joe Harvey
30 Apr 2026, 8:09
WRU hand ex-Wales international Director of Women's Rugby role
The Welsh Rugby Union have announced the appointment of Nadine Griffiths as their new Director of Women's Rugby.
Joe Harvey
30 Apr 2026, 7:26
'I've really found my place here': Muir recommits to Gloucester Hartpury
England tighthead Maud Muir has re-signed with three-time Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester Hartpury.
Joe Harvey
29 Apr 2026, 8:34
De Bruin announces 36-player Springbok Women training squad
Swys de Bruin has announced another South Africa training squad as preparations for the Rugby Africa Women's Cup this May continue…
Joe Harvey
29 Apr 2026, 2:05
Wallaroos join Wallabies for Sydney double header
The Wallaroos have confirmed they will partner with the Wallabies for a first doubleheader in two years this October in Sydney.
Joe Harvey
29 Apr 2026, 1:32
Canada confirm 'meaningful' return to Ottawa for Red Roses clash
Rugby Canada have confirmed that they will host England's Red Roses in Ottawa in the second game of their Rugby Rematch Tour.
Joe Harvey
28 Apr 2026, 11:00
Tuipulotu to trade three-time PWR champions for West London
Harlequins have confirmed the signing of 33-cap Wales prop Sisilia Tuipulotu from Premiership Women's Rugby champions Gloucester H…
Joe Harvey
28 Apr 2026, 6:00
'Quality' O'Dowd extends Gloucester Hartpury stay
Ireland international Niamh O'Dowd has re-signed with Gloucester Hartpury to stay with the West Country club beyond this season.
Joe Harvey
28 Apr 2026, 4:16
World Cup winner recalled to Red Roses squad as trio continue rehabilitation
Women's Rugby World Cup winner Jade Shekells has been recalled to John Mitchell's England Red Roses squad for the Guinness Women's…
Joe Harvey
28 Apr 2026, 3:37
Canada to host Red Roses in Toronto for 'Rematch Tour'
Canada will host a replay of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup against England at Toronto's BMO Field as part of 'The Rugby Rematch…
Joe Harvey
27 Apr 2026, 10:02
2026 Women's Six Nations talking points: What does England's 'muted' response mean?
Three rounds in and it is time for the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations' fallow week.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
27 Apr 2026, 9:37
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of Round 3
Already the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations' fallow week is upon us after the conclusion of Round 3.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
27 Apr 2026, 8:02
Lynn praises Wales 'character' after bonus point loss to Red Roses
Wales could take positives from their 62-24 loss to the Red Roses at Ashton Gate Stadium in Round 3 of the 2026 Guinness Women's S…
Joe Harvey
26 Apr 2026, 4:43
Ireland to keep going after 'finer margins' after France loss
At the end of Ireland's 26-7 loss to France in Clermont there was one phrase that leapt out of the mouths of Scott Bemand and Erin…
Joe Harvey
26 Apr 2026, 4:05
Marlie Packer: From the stands at Ashton Gate to a starring role
Marlie Packer was visibly emotional at full-time when handed her Player of the Match award for her two-try performance in England'…
Joe Harvey
25 Apr 2026, 10:19
England v Wales | Talking points as the Red Roses score 10 tries against Wales
Back in Bristol seven months after their 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final victory against France, the Red Roses crossed the…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
25 Apr 2026, 8:50
'Outstanding talent' Short wants more after 'nerve-wracking' Red Roses debut
From the moment Demelza Short stepped out at Scottish Gas Murrayfield the 19-year-old's emotions were clear to see.
Joe Harvey
24 Apr 2026, 7:26
Emma Sing staying 'home' after re-signing with Gloucester Hartpury
England full-back Emma Sing has described Gloucester Hartpury as "home" upon re-signing with the three-time Premiership Women's Ru…
Joe Harvey
24 Apr 2026, 5:50
Turani to make 50th Italy appearance as five changes made for Scotland
Silvia Turani will earn her 50th Italy cap this weekend when Scotland visit Parma in Round 3 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nati…
Joe Harvey
23 Apr 2026, 7:57
Gloucester Hartpury confirm retention of 'hugely influential player'
Gloucester Hartpury have confirmed that England Red Roses back-row Alex Matthews has re-signed with the three-time Premiership Wom…
Joe Harvey
23 Apr 2026, 3:47
France's Teani Feleu installed at centre for Ireland visit to Clermont
Teani Feleu has been put straight into the starting line-up to contend with France's midfield misfortune at this Guinness Women's …
Joe Harvey
23 Apr 2026, 2:33
Eagles look to young half-back partnership for Canada finale in Chicago
USA Women's Eagles head coach Jack Hanratty is testing out a young half-back partnership for their Pacific Four Series finale agai…
Joe Harvey
22 Apr 2026, 9:35
Canada name squad for Pacific Four Series finale after New Zealand 'wake-up call'
Canada head coach Kévin Rouet described his team's loss to New Zealand as a "wake-up call" upon announcing his squad for their Pa…
Joe Harvey
22 Apr 2026, 9:02
Lewis to step in as Wales captain for encounter with England
Bethan Lewis will captain Wales this weekend in the Guinness Women's Six Nations with Kate Williams ruled out with injury.
Joe Harvey
22 Apr 2026, 8:40
David to make England debut as Red Roses make seven changes for Wales
Highly-rated Millie David will make her England debut this weekend when the Red Roses welcome Wales to Ashton Gate Stadium this S…
Joe Harvey
22 Apr 2026, 8:00
Ireland surpass 'incredibly special' marker for Aviva Stadium clash
Ireland's ticket sales for their Guinness Women's Six Nations clash with Scotland at Aviva Stadium have surpassed the 20,000 mark.
Joe Harvey
22 Apr 2026, 4:56
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | RugbyPass' Team of Round 2
The Guinness Women's Six Nations delivered another weekend of scintillating rugby as Round 2 came and went.
Analysis
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 11:41
2026 Six Nations Round 2 talking points: There's no place like home for Ireland
Round 2 of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations delivered record attendances, opportunities for teams to wrestle back form and th…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 9:49
Mitchell adds uncapped teenager to Red Roses' Six Nations squad
Trailfinders Women hooker Hayley Jones has been added to John Mitchell's England Red Roses squad ahead of their Guinness Women's S…
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 8:38
Black Ferns move back to second in World Rugby rankings with Canada win
New Zealand's 36-14 win over Canada in the Pacific Four Series has seen the Black Ferns move back into second in the World Rugby r…
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 7:32
France's worst fears confirmed as Vernier injury verdict announced
The French Rugby Federation have confirmed that Gabrielle Vernier will miss the remainder of the 2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations…
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 5:03
Kildunne 'honoured' to receive prestigious London Marathon role
Ellie Kildunne will join Sir Mo Farah as an official starter of the 2026 TCS London Marathon on Sunday 26 April.
Joe Harvey
20 Apr 2026, 4:12
'She will try and be the best': How Abi Burton stepped up at lock for England
At full-time of England's 84-7 Guinness Women's Six Nations win over Scotland at Scottish Gas Murrayfield plenty of questions surr…
Joe Harvey
19 Apr 2026, 5:23
Ball trial extended to WXV Global Series
It has been confirmed by World Rugby that their women-specific 4.5 size ball trial will be extended to the WXV Global Series.
Joe Harvey
19 Apr 2026, 3:05
WXV Global Challenger Series coming to Hong Kong in 2026
World Rugby have confirmed that Hong Kong's Kai Tak Sports Park will host the WXV Global Series Challenger competition in Septembe…
Joe Harvey
19 Apr 2026, 2:37
2026 Guinness Women's Six Nations | Talking points from Ireland's 57-20 win against Italy
A weekend on from West London woes Ireland bounced back against Italy to register an untouchable 57-20 win in Galway.
Opinion
Joe Harvey
18 Apr 2026, 12:18
John Mitchell: 'We're still an unfinished rugby team in many ways'
England head coach John Mitchell claimed his Red Roses team are an "unfinished" product after their 84-7 win over Scotland at Scot…
Joe Harvey
18 Apr 2026, 11:07
Scotland v England: Talking points as the Red Roses score 12 tries at Murrayfield
A ruthless 12-try England performance put any talk of England's injury issues behind them and left Scotland wondering what was nex…
Opinion
Joe Harvey
18 Apr 2026, 7:56
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