What is WXV? All you need to know about the competition
The second edition of WXV kicks off this week, featuring 18 of the best teams in women’s rugby. Here’s all you need to know ab…
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USA Sevens: 'That long-spoken about rugby giant seems to be waking'
After attending her first women’s rugby game ever at the Olympic Games, the businesswoman, investor and philanthropist felt comp…
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Sarah Hirini makes big call on future
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Sarah Hirini has re-signed with New Zealand Rugby through to 2026.
Keira Bevan inspires Wales to their first victory over Australia
A try and three conversions from captain Keira Bevan inspired Wales to their first victory over Australia in a 31-24 win which con…
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'Vancouver here we come': Red Roses travel to WXV
It’s been a long five weeks trying to make the plane following a foot injury in pre-season and I’m really proud to have made t…
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'Still light at the end of the tunnel’ – John Mitchell on Poppy Cleall's England future
England coach John Mitchell says Poppy Cleall has “every opportunity” to play at Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 but must rise …
Wales and Australia attempt to change narrative in Newport as WXV looms
Wales and Australia each head to Rodney Parade on Friday night in desperate need of a victory to generate some momentum going into…
John Mitchell names England squad to defend WXV 1 title
21 players who were involved in England’s successful campaign in the inaugural WXV 1 tournament return for a second year.
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WXV 2
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'They can aim to get to the semi-finals at the World Cup': Donna Kennedy on Scotland
Scotland Women have given themselves a brilliant platform over the last 17 months with 10 wins from 13 Tests, WXV 2 silverware, an…
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World Rugby launch Impact Beyond 2025 to harness the power of RWC 2025
The three themes: profile and participation, careers and gender equity, and capability and expertise have been designed to ensure …
Harlequins housemates become rivals as Wales host Australia
Australia second row Kaitlan Leaney insists it will be “all serious” in Newport on Friday as she prepares to play against her …
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Helena Rowland: ‘I thought I was invincible… turns out that’s not true!’
England playmaker Helena Rowland says she has grown on and off the pitch during two injury-interrupted years, and is now ready to …
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