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Rugby World Cup

The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup is here. Below you’ll find breaking news, upcoming fixtures and so much more.

Women's Rugby World Cup News

Interview
PWR

'Words that carry weight, carry mana': Demant talks World Cup disappointment and Bears

3
Sevens

Five Women’s Rugby World Cup stars set to light up SVNS this season

PWR
Interview

Abi Burton: 'I have to remind myself of that journey I have been on'

International
Analysis

2025 Women's Rugby World Cup: Which coaches are staying or going?

3
43 days ago
 
Women's Rugby World Cup
Exclusive

Simon Middleton: 'The World Cup was absolutely huge, but I do worry for the game'

9
51 days ago
 
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Women's Rugby World Cup Standings

Pool A

1
2
3
4
P
W
L
D
PF
PA
PD
BP T
BP-7
BP
3
3
0
0
208
17
191
3
0
3
3
1
1
1
111
78
33
2
0
2
3
1
1
1
98
100
-2
2
0
2
3
0
3
0
3
225
-222
0
0
0
Pts
15
8
8
0

Pool B

1
2
3
4
P
W
L
D
PF
PA
PD
BP T
BP-7
BP
3
3
0
0
147
26
121
3
0
3
3
2
1
0
86
63
23
2
0
2
3
1
2
0
50
119
-69
1
0
1
3
0
3
0
33
108
-75
1
1
2
Pts
15
10
5
2

Pool C

1
2
3
4
P
W
L
D
PF
PA
PD
BP T
BP-7
BP
3
3
0
0
156
27
129
3
0
3
3
2
1
0
85
81
4
2
0
2
3
1
2
0
62
125
-63
1
0
1
3
0
3
0
56
126
-70
1
0
1
Pts
15
10
5
1

Pool D

1
2
3
4
P
W
L
D
PF
PA
PD
BP T
BP-7
BP
3
3
0
0
165
15
150
2
0
2
3
2
1
0
105
87
18
2
0
2
3
1
2
0
88
56
32
2
1
3
3
0
3
0
14
214
-200
0
0
0
Pts
14
10
7
0
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Women's Rugby World Cup Stats

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Women's Rugby World Cup Teams

England Women England Women USA Women USA Women Australia Women Australia Women Samoa Women Samoa Women Scotland Women Scotland Women Wales Women Wales Women Canada Women Canada Women Fiji Women Fiji Women France Women France Women Italy Women Italy Women Ireland Women Ireland Women Japan Women Japan Women South Africa Women South Africa Women Brazil Women Brazil Women New Zealand Women New Zealand Women Spain Women Spain Women

Women's Rugby World Cup Latest News

Tizzano: Red Roses’ success motivates Wallabies ahead of 2027 home RWC

Here and no further: how France failed to hit new heights in 2025

‘We’re not going to give up’ – Canada aim to return stronger in 2029

World Rugby: Rising standards in women’s game will narrow England gap

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Held every four years, the women’s rugby union world cup showcases extraordinary players, passionate crowds and unforgettable matches. 

Are you counting down to the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup? Enjoy every try, track every tackle and soak up the atmosphere with RugbyPass, your resident rugby gurus.

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Format

The Women’s RWC features a new format for 2025. With the exception of 1998 and 2002, previous editions of women’s world cup rugby have been contested by 12 teams. From 2025 onwards, 16 teams will compete to win the sport’s ultimate accolade. These teams will be divided into four pools of four nations.

During the pool stage of the women’s rugby union world cup, each team will play their pool opponents once. The top two nations from each pool will advance to the quarter-finals. The winners of these four quarter-final matches will continue to the semi-finals. The two semi-final winners will progress to the final, while the two semi-final losers will compete in the bronze final.

Women’s Rugby World Cup History

The history of women’s world cup rugby dates back to 1991. Since then, the Women’s RWC has been dominated by one team: New Zealand. In fact, the Black Ferns have won six titles to date (1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2017, 2021). Over the years, New Zealand have been so dominant that only two other teams have won the tournament: England (1994, 2014) and the USA (1991).

The Women’s RWC has undoubtedly played a crucial role in strengthening and promoting the sport. This quadrennial tournament has spearheaded women’s rugby, built an ever-growing fan base and inspired a new generation of female players.

FAQs

When Was the First Women’s Rugby World Cup?

The first Women’s Rugby World Cup took place in 1991, four years after the first men’s RWC. Hosted by Wales, this inaugural tournament was won by the United States.

Who Has Won the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

Three teams have won the Women’s Rugby World Cup: New Zealand, England and the United States. 

New Zealand hold the record as the tournament’s most successful nation with six wins (1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2017, 2021). England have claimed two titles (1994, 2014), while the US have won one (1991).

How Many Teams Are in the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

There are 16 teams involved in the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025. The 1998 and the 2002 RWC were also contested by 16 teams. The other seven tournaments (1991, 1994, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2017 and 2021) featured 12 teams.

How Often is the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

The Women’s Rugby World Cup is held every four years. However, there have been two exceptions. There was a three-year gap between the 1991 and 1994 tournaments, when the women’s competition was moved to fall one year before the men’s. In addition, the competition was also moved a year forward in 2017 due to the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

When is the Women’s Rugby World Cup?

The next Women’s Rugby World Cup is scheduled to take place in 2025. It will open on 22 August and the final will be held on 27 September 2025. This will be the 10th edition of the Women’s RWC. 


Where is the Next Women’s Rugby World Cup?

The next Women’s Rugby World Cup will be held in England in 2025. This month-long tournament will be hosted at eight stadiums: Twickenham, the Stadium of Light, Brighton and Hove Albion Stadium, Ashton Gate, Sandy Park, Franklin’s Garden, Salford Community Stadium and the York Community Stadium. 

When is the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final?

The final of the Women’s Rugby World Cup will take place on 27 September 2025. This thrilling match will be held at Twickenham, the home of the men’s England rugby union team. The final will decide the winner of the 10th Women’s Rugby World Cup. 


Who Won the Last Women’s Rugby World Cup Final?

New Zealand won the last Women’s Rugby World Cup final. The Black Ferns faced England at Eden Park, Auckland on 12 November 2022. They defeated the visitors 34-31 in a thrilling battle and claimed their sixth world title.

Where to Watch Rugby World Cup 2025

The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup will be broadcast on major TV networks across the world. We’re also streaming lots of the action live on RugbyPass TV. 

Depending on your location, you can watch Rugby World Cup 2025 on the following channels: 

  • UK - BBC 
  • Ireland - RTÉ
  • France, Andorra, Belgium, Luxembourg, French-Speaking Switzerland - RTÉ
  • Germany, Austria, German-speaking Switzerland - JOYN 
  • Czech Republic and Slovakia - NOVA 
  • Georgia - 1TV
  • Italy - RAI 
  • Netherlands - Ziggo and RugbyPass TV
  • Portugal - SPORT TV 
  • Spain - Movistar and RTVE
  • Sub-Saharan Africa - SuperSport 
  • Middle East and North Africa - STARZPLAY
  • Japan - JSPORTS and RugbyPass TV
  • South East Asia - beIN Sports
  • Taiwan - ELTA 
  • USA - CBS Sports and Paramount+
  • Canada - TSN (English) and RDS (French) 
  • Latin America and the Caribbean - Disney+
  • Australia - Nine (select games) and Stan Sport 
  • New Zealand - Sky Sport
  • Pacific Islands - Fiji TV (Fiji), TV3 (Samoa), Tonga BC (Tonga) and TTV (Solomon Islands)

For fans in territories not covered above, RugbyPass TV will stream matches live across the globe. Don’t forget to download the RugbyPass TV app.



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