England dismiss New Zealand in first match at Allianz Stadium
England saw off New Zealand 24-12 in the first-ever standalone match between the two at the newly renamed Allianz Stadium in front…
Imogen Ainsworth
14 Sep 2024, 10:24
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Imogen Ainsworth
@I_Ainsworth01
A lifelong rugby fan, Imogen spent four years studying and living in Twickenham, where she completed a BSc in Sport Science and an MA in Sports Journalism from St Mary’s University. She is passionate about women’s sport, and is part of the editorial team for RugbyPass alongside predominantly working for Eurosport (covering cycling) and TNT Sports in addition to other freelance jobs.
'There was no headbutt': Exonerated Poppy Cleall speaks out
Speaking to Contested, Cleall spoke of the incident which ‘snowballed’ on social media after she was alleged to have headbutte…
Imogen Ainsworth
18 Sep 2024, 9:30
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 …
Imogen Ainsworth
19 Sep 2024, 4:30
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.
Imogen Ainsworth
19 Sep 2024, 6:30
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…
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Sep 2024, 9:35
Warriors Women withdraw from Premiership Women's Rugby and Allianz Cup
Warriors Women have been withdrawn from the upcoming Premiership Women’s Rugby and Allianz Cup season.
Imogen Ainsworth
17 Oct 2023, 11:57
RWC 2025: Breach looks to Brighton as host venues are announced
Now two years out from the tournament which will run from 22nd August 2025 until the 27th September, host cities of Brighton and H…
Imogen Ainsworth
22 Aug 2023, 1:27
WXV: A brief history of all 18 teams taking part in the new competition
Starting in October, WXV will provide new opportunities for international competition for 18 teams across three tiers. Here's a br…
Imogen Ainsworth
11 Aug 2023, 12:58
2023/24 Allianz Premiership Women's Rugby fixtures announced
A new era for women's rugby in England kicks off this Autumn, and today's confirmation of the fixtures for the Allianz Premiership…
Imogen Ainsworth
09 Aug 2023, 7:16
All 18 teams qualified for WXV- here’s how they did it
All 18 places have now been taken in WXV 1, 2, and 3. Here's how each of the teams qualified for the new competition which begins …
Imogen Ainsworth
31 Jul 2023, 9:08
Exclusive
GB Sevens qualify for Paris 2024: 'It's amazing for the game and for women's sport.'
Great Britain’s women’s sevens team secured an all-important place for the Olympics in Paris next year with a triumphant 33-0 …
Imogen Ainsworth
30 Jun 2023, 5:39
Premiership Women’s Rugby launch marks a new era for women's rugby in England
A new era for women’s rugby in England has kicked off with the launch of Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) which has replaced th…
Imogen Ainsworth
27 Jun 2023, 8:00
Interview
Hope Rogers: 'It is like Christmas! Winning the final, I'd take that as the best Christmas present ever.'
Hope Rogers is often seen arriving at games with a beaming smile on her face complemented by her now trademark Santa hat. The prop…
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Jun 2023, 5:32
Dubai confirmed to host WVX 3
Dubai is set to host six teams for WXV 3 later this year. Fiji, Ireland, Kazakhstan and Kenya have all secured their places, and t…
Imogen Ainsworth
23 Jun 2023, 5:00
Interview
'You’re standing on the shoulders of giants, that’s what it is at this club.'
Following Wasps’ final game in the Premier 15s, captain Liz Crake, interim head coach Oli Bishop, and club legend Helen Harding …
Imogen Ainsworth
07 Jun 2023, 8:37
Interview
Once a Wasp, always a Wasp: The Premier 15s waves goodbye to an extraordinary team
After 38 years playing top-flight women’s rugby Wasps bowed out in style with a gutsy performance against Bristol Bears, in the …
Imogen Ainsworth
05 Jun 2023, 10:15
Interview
Holly Aitchison: 'Zoe was massively influential in helping me to transition'
Holly Aitchison shone for the Red Roses in their most recent Grand Slam winning Six Nations campaign, as she slotted into the numb…
Imogen Ainsworth
25 May 2023, 6:01
PWR team sign Olympic medallist Fancy Bermudez
Saracens have announced the signing of multitalented back Fancy Bermudez, who will join the team after WXV.
Imogen Ainsworth
28 Aug 2024, 9:47
Seven players to bid farewell to Test rugby for Barbarians
Seven international players are set to play their final international rugby matches as they line up for the Barbarians against the…
Imogen Ainsworth
28 Aug 2024, 7:31
Bryan Easson names Scotland squad to defend WXV 2 title
Scotland will travel to South Africa in September to defend their WXV 2 title, kicking off their campaign on Saturday 28 September…
Imogen Ainsworth
27 Aug 2024, 9:08
