Women's Rugby World Cup News
Explore the latest Women’s Rugby World Cup news right here at RugbyPass. From the latest line-up announcements and player interviews, to breaking news stories and match analysis, our team of rugby experts has got you covered. Ready to get reading? You’ll find all the latest and greatest Women’s RWC news below.
'There's been a growing wave for women's sport in New Zealand… you can't ignore it.'
Last year’s women’s Rugby World Cup was a ground-breaking tournament for the champion Black Ferns, as they captured the “hea…
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Finn Morton
14 Jan 2023, 22:11
Thompson eyeing return after World Cup Final red card
63 days after receiving a red card in the Rugby World Cup final, England winger Lydia Thompson could finally suit up for her Worce…
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Ned Lester
12 Jan 2023, 21:03
'I thought that they were joking': Demant reflects on shock captaincy call-up and World Cup
The team's attitude towards accountability made life easier for the captain, but coach Wayne Smith's game plan compensated for tha…
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Ned Lester
22 Dec 2022, 21:46
Ruahei Demant and Ardie Savea recognised as NZ's best at annual awards
Black Ferns co-captain and World Cup winner, Ruahei Demant has collected three major prizes at the 2022 ASB Rugby Awards, includin…
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Sam Smith
08 Dec 2022, 3:14
Parliament, a concert and a food festival scheduled for Black Ferns' victory tour
The hype around the Kiwi team snowballed throughout the six-week World Cup, fans sold out nearly every match the local side played…
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Ned Lester
02 Dec 2022, 23:32
Scotty Stevenson: 'Access to players has been weaponized'
Stevenson delivered an impassioned protest to the commercialisation of rugby in New Zealand and all of its seeping implications.
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Ned Lester
28 Nov 2022, 21:32
What did we learn from the 2021 Rugby World Cup?
It’s always important to reflect and take learnings from World Cups (especially ones that took five years to happen), arguing wh…
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Lucy Lomax
24 Nov 2022, 8:25
How Wayne Smith was able to 'evolve' as a coach
The Black Ferns’ inspiration World Cup triumph was certainly a reflection of the playing group’s determination and resilience,…
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Finn Morton
21 Nov 2022, 20:20
Black Ferns' co-captain Ruahei Demant wins World Player of the Year
Black Ferns captain Ruahei Demant said she didn’t expect to be named World Rugby’s Women’s 15s Player of the Year Award in M…
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Finn Morton
20 Nov 2022, 17:11
England and Chile scoop up best try of the year awards
England and Chile have been awarded the try of the year titles by World Rugby at the annual awards dinner in Monaco.
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Ben Smith
20 Nov 2022, 15:25
Wayne Smith takes home Coach of the Year crown
Black Ferns World Cup-winning head coach Wayne Smith has been named World Rugby's Coach of the Year at the annual awards in Monaco…
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Ben Smith
20 Nov 2022, 14:49
The 2021 Rugby World Cup Alternative Awards
The final curtain call has come down on an unforgettable tournament in New Zealand and it's time to dish out some gongs
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Will Owen
18 Nov 2022, 1:30
Nigel Owens has taken issue with Kennedy Simon yellow card call
Test centurion referee Nigel Owens has called into question the decision to only yellow card Kennedy Simon for her tackle on Engla…
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Liam Heagney
17 Nov 2022, 7:51
'It was a massive call… she'll go down in history, Ngan-Woo, with the likes of Stephen Donald'
Six-time Super Rugby champion Bryn Hall believes Joanah Ngan-Woo will “go down in history” after her match-winning play in the…
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Finn Morton
15 Nov 2022, 20:20
The Black Ferns are the one thing that can save New Zealand Rugby
The All Blacks and NZR would benefit greatly from taking a few pages from the Black Ferns’ playbook. Be open, be accessible, be …
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Hamish Bidwell
15 Nov 2022, 16:12
'Women's rugby has changed forever, not only in New Zealand but around the world'
Black Ferns international Chelsea Semple believes “women’s rugby has changed forever” after last weekend’s sold-out World …
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Finn Morton
14 Nov 2022, 22:10
Seven players who will star at the next Women's Rugby World Cup
In 2025 England will host the tournament with an expanded 16 teams. Which players from this World Cup might standout in three year…
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Adam Julian
14 Nov 2022, 21:59
'Don't think we've quite got that right': How red card changed RWC final
The Black Ferns’ incredible 34-31 win over England in last weekend’s World Cup final at Eden Park was a thrilling end to a gro…
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Finn Morton
14 Nov 2022, 20:02
Watch: 'Ban her' - Pitch intruder gate crashes Red Roses huddle
There have been calls for a pitch intruder who gate-crashed a Red Roses huddle during the Rugby World Cup final in Auckland to be …
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Ian Cameron
14 Nov 2022, 5:10
The incredible RWC moment that left aspiring Black Fern 'in shock'
While the Black Ferns were able to unite and inspire a nation throughout their incredible World Cup run, the tournament’s greate…
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Finn Morton
14 Nov 2022, 0:10
Wrong place, wrong time: Red Roses rotten final a case of 'black magic'
England beating the Black Ferns in front of a packed Eden Park, on New Zealand soil, in a World Cup final? It may have been what s…
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Ben Smith
13 Nov 2022, 18:09
The vibe of the Black Ferns is something England must understand
England if you’re going to win the World Cup at Eden Park, you must understand the vibe better. It’s not an exact science but …
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Adam Julian
13 Nov 2022, 16:58
Picking the Rugby World Cup 2021 team of the tournament
With the tournament over, we put together our XV of the players who have impressed us throughout the last six weeks.
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Matt Merritt
13 Nov 2022, 2:32
How the 'Black Ferns legacy' inspired 'dream' RWC final win
World Cup winner Theresa Fitzpatrick said the Black Ferns “played a little bit” for the legacy of the jersey, and the players …
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Finn Morton
13 Nov 2022, 0:15
'One of the great experiences of my life': Smith 'proud' after RWC triumph
The Black Ferns’ World Cup triumph is an incredible story of redemption and resilience, as the team dared to dream under the bri…
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Finn Morton
12 Nov 2022, 23:05
'Part of our vision was wanting to inspire the nation and I think that's what we've done'
The Black Ferns’ epic World Cup run captured the imagination and hearts of a nation in a way that many didn’t see coming – i…
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Finn Morton
12 Nov 2022, 21:09
'There is no blame culture in this team. We're all accountable'
Tournament hosts New Zealand clung on for a 34-31 at Eden Park against an England side reduced to 14 after 18 minutes.
England would 'absolutely' have won 'by plenty' if not for red card
Former England international Vicky Fleetwood believes England would have lifted the Rugby World Cup in Eden Park with ease if it w…
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Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2022, 5:16
'One result doesn't define the squad that we are, the people we are'
The Red Roses came up just short at Eden Park, losing for the first time in 31 matches.
Black Ferns player ratings vs England | Rugby World Cup 2021
England raced out to a 14-0 lead after tries to Ellie Kildunne and Amy Cokayne as the forwards took apart the Black Ferns, but a r…
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Ben Smith
12 Nov 2022, 3:26
England fans are all saying the same thing about Red Roses loss
Gutted is the go-to word on the lips of English rugby this morning. The Red Roses, hot favourites for the tournament, lost 34-31 t…
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Ian Cameron
12 Nov 2022, 3:25
Red Roses player ratings vs new Zealand| Rugby World Cup 2021
Heart break at Eden Park for the Red Roses, as an uncharacteristic loss at the line-out with the clock already in the red saw them…
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Matt Merritt
12 Nov 2022, 2:44
New Zealand shock England to win Rugby World Cup final
England have lost 34-31 to New Zealand in the final of the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Auckland.
France win another bronze at Women's Rugby World Cup
France have run in five tries to thrash Canada 36-0 in the Women's Rugby World Cup third-place playoff at Eden Park.
'Records have tumbled, personalities have been projected and barriers smashed'
"Rugby World Cup 2021 has proven to be a triumph for rugby, women's sport and New Zealand," World Rugby chairman Bill Beaumont sai…
RECAP: New Zealand vs England live updates | Rugby World Cup 2021 Final
Get live updates from Eden Park as the New Zealand Black Ferns meet England's Red Roses in the Women's Rugby World Cup Final.
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Sam Smith
11 Nov 2022, 13:58
RECAP: Canada Women vs France Women LIVE | Rugby World Cup 2021
Get live updates from Eden Park as Canada Women face France Women in the 3rd place playoff at the Women's Rugby World Cup 2021.
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Sam Smith
11 Nov 2022, 13:35
'I think New Zealand are the ones who are under a lot of pressure'
The Red Roses will be looking to extend a 30-match winning run when they take on the tournament hosts.
'Screams have agitated some older men saying, 'Can you be quiet?'
There’s perhaps no one better placed than Gill Burns, the ex-England No8, to colourfully contrast the then and now in women’s …
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Liam Heagney
11 Nov 2022, 3:00
Loose lips sink ships and maybe England
If the tempo is swift and the flow unpredictable England could crumble when subjected to chaos they haven’t seen since the 2017 …
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Adam Julian
10 Nov 2022, 16:11
'New Zealand are underdogs. You can't play 30 unbeaten tests and not be the favourites.'
I think New Zealand are underdogs, but only slightly. You can't play 30 unbeaten tests and not be the favourites. World Cups are a…
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Rachael Burford
10 Nov 2022, 14:56
Agitation behind first World Cup revealed as England gear up for NZ
Deborah Griffin remembers how the first tournament came into being.
'There is a waking up to women's rugby, a falling in love with it'
Rugby World Cup 2025 hosts England have a pivotal role to play in the sport’s next phase of development, according to World Rugb…
'We were told women's rugby doesn't matter. 12 years later, Eden Park's sold out bro.'
When Black Ferns stars Ruby Tui and Kendra Cocksedge met 12 years ago, they were told “women’s rugby doesn’t matter” – b…
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Finn Morton
09 Nov 2022, 22:30
Conservative England vs exciting New Zealand? Or unbeatable England vs naive New Zealand?
New Zealand and England. These two sides have contested four World Cup finals – and New Zealand have won all of them. Never befo…
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Ali Donnelly
09 Nov 2022, 20:24
'Then you're in the wrong place': Sarah Hunter urges England to play without fear
England captain Sarah Hunter vowed the Red Roses will play “without fear” when they challenge holders New Zealand for the Worl…
Middleton: Black Ferns under 'massive' pressure to win RWC final at home
Red Roses head coach Simon Middleton believes the Black Ferns are under “massive” pressure to defend their World Cup crown in …
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Finn Morton
09 Nov 2022, 18:41
England name team with three backline changes for World Cup final
Simon Middleton has named an England team to play the Black Ferns in Saturday’s World Cup final that shows three changes from th…
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Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2022, 15:46
Black Ferns make one change to their team for the World Cup final
Wayne Smith has made one injury-enforced change to his Black Ferns team for Saturday’s sold-out World Cup final versus England, …
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Liam Heagney
09 Nov 2022, 14:17
How England reached their latest Rugby World Cup final
England will face New Zealand in the women’s Rugby World Cup final at Eden Park on Saturday. The Red Roses are chasing a third w…
'Brought New Zealand together': How the Black Ferns have inspired a nation
Six-time Super Rugby champion Bryn Hall believes the Black Ferns have “brought New Zealand together” during their inspirationa…
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Finn Morton
09 Nov 2022, 0:09
'Could be in Egypt for all we care': Red Roses focused ahead of RWC final
History will be made at Eden Park this weekend as the Black Ferns look to defend their World Cup crown in an epic final against a …
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Finn Morton
08 Nov 2022, 23:05
'Ma'a Nonu has flown up twice': Black Ferns tap into All Blacks experience
All Blacks, Olympic gold medalists and the coach's "favourite New Zealand" act are among the many contributors to the Black Ferns'…
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Sam Smith
08 Nov 2022, 22:30
Where will the World Cup Final be won and lost?
When you’re looking at the two best teams in the world, there won’t be one specific thing that’ll make the difference. That …
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Will Owen
08 Nov 2022, 22:24
Weight of expectation is a heavy burden to carry for the Red Roses
Are they now entitled to walk away with the World Cup? If so, hand it to them now. If it is to be decided on the rugby, let's wait…
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Ben Smith
08 Nov 2022, 19:36
Women's rugby has come so far, but there's still so much further it can go
A generation of future Black Ferns are being inspired as we speak, in numbers that would’ve been unimaginable only two or three …
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Hamish Bidwell
08 Nov 2022, 19:21
'Going to be magic': How semi-final thriller has prepared the Black Ferns for England
Rugby World Cup winner Mils Muliaina believes the Black Ferns will “take a lot out” of their semi-final against France, as the…
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Finn Morton
07 Nov 2022, 18:42
Rugby World Cup Final set to break attendance record again
The 2021 Rugby World Cup Final between England and New Zealand in Auckland next week is set to break a new attendance record at Ed…
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Ian Cameron
06 Nov 2022, 3:48
Sam Smith sat down for a volcano picnic with World Cup winner Rachael Burford
RugbyPass reporter Sam Smith sits down with former England international and 2014 Rugby World Cup winner Rachael Burford.
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RugbyPass
05 Nov 2022, 23:40
'We're underdogs': Black Ferns wary of 'frightening' and 'efficient' Red Roses
New Zealand coach Wayne Smith knows what his team need to do to beat England in Saturday's final of the women's Rugby World Cup,…
Black Ferns star 'thought it was over' as French flyhalf lined up last-minute penalty
Centre Stacey Fluhler thought the Black Ferns’ World Cup dream “was over” as French flyhalf Caroline Drouin lined up a last-…
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Finn Morton
05 Nov 2022, 21:00
Agonising French miss sees Black Ferns through to World Cup final
Holders New Zealand survived a last-minute missed penalty from France to book their place in the World Cup final against England w…
Simon Middleton admits England must step up their game for World Cup final
The Red Roses produced a strong second-half performance to extend their winning run to 30 matches
Abby Dow magic seals Red Roses' ticket to World Cup finals
England, who last won the title in 2014 when they defeated Canada in France, will be appearing in the final for the sixth tourname…
RECAP: Black Ferns vs France Live Updates | Rugby World Cup 2021 Semi Final 2
Follow all the action live from Eden Park with the Black Ferns vs France in Rugby World Cup 2021 Semi Final 2.
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Sam Smith
05 Nov 2022, 0:51
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Semi Final 1 Live Updates: Canada vs England
Follow all the Rugby World Cup 2021 action from Eden Park live on RugbyPass with Canada vs England and the Black Ferns vs France i…
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Sam Smith
04 Nov 2022, 22:49
France and Canada confident in ability to disrupt a Black Ferns v England final
The French are the more likely spoilers having beaten New Zealand in their last four meetings, including back-to-back encounters d…
Menager returns as France name starting line-up for Black Ferns
Number eight Romane Ménager returns to the France starting line-up for their semi-final with hosts New Zealand at Eden Park after…
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Lucy Lomax
03 Nov 2022, 15:14
The precocious French starlets hoping to fell the Black Ferns
The underdogs against a resurgent Black Ferns side, Thomas Darracq's squad of young talents believe they can cause an upset
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Claire Thomas
03 Nov 2022, 3:38
How England can realise their 'ultimate potential' at RWC
Coach Simon Middleton believes England can “realise our ultimate potential” if they get the chance to play the Black Ferns in …
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Finn Morton
02 Nov 2022, 22:01
Remarkable Canada 'relish in the disregard the game often pays them'
Having topped their pool with three wins and three bonus points, it’s somewhat remarkable that Canada continues to fly under the…
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Ali Donnelly
02 Nov 2022, 20:25
'Barring a gargantuan upset, the Red Roses will comfortably beat the Black Ferns'
An England World Cup win would send a message to their competitors. “If you want to match us on the field, you have to match us …
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Daniel Gallan
02 Nov 2022, 17:53
England boosted by returning stars for Canada semi-final
Sarah Hunter, England’s most capped player, leads the team from number eight with Emily Scarratt present at outside centre.
Black Ferns settle on their team to play France in semi-final
Returning to Auckland for the Rugby World Cup semi-finals, the Black Ferns team named to face France this Saturday has been named …
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Sam Smith
02 Nov 2022, 16:37
How Canada's 2014 final loss to England inspired Sophie de Goede to switch from basketball
Sophie was more smitten with volleyball and basketball as a teenager, but rugby was never far away from her heart. In 2014 she att…
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Adam Julian
01 Nov 2022, 23:45
'England need to be brave enough to use everything they've got'
With England as the current world number ones and pre-tournament favourites, it seems the Red Roses’ go-to method of scoring tri…
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Lucy Lomax
01 Nov 2022, 22:06
Black Ferns co-captain warns France 'should be worried' ahead of semi-final
Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant believes France “should be worried” ahead of their blockbuster World Cup semi-final at Ed…
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Finn Morton
01 Nov 2022, 20:26
'Have to do what other countries are doing': Why USA women's rugby must become professional
United States flanker Rachel Johnson said she would “love to see” professional contracts given to Eagles players by the next W…
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Finn Morton
01 Nov 2022, 18:57
The Black Ferns ever-changing pack the biggest question mark ahead of France
The Black Ferns forward pack has been changed consistently in 2022 and has been the subject of earnest examination after the pathe…
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Adam Julian
01 Nov 2022, 1:20
Black Ferns are a 'new side' after last year's end-of-year tour
Star scrumhalf Kendra Cocksedge believes the Black Ferns are a “completely new side” after last year’s disappointing end-of-…
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Finn Morton
31 Oct 2022, 21:37
England trio immortalised in murals across the country
As they chase glory with the Red Roses in New Zealand, three legends of England Rugby, including captain Sarah Hunter who broke th…
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Kim Ekin
31 Oct 2022, 5:49
'It really hurts': Wallaroos star reflects on World Cup after quarter-finals exit
Wallaroos inside centre Sharni Williams said she doesn’t “want to have to be proud” after Australia were knocked out of the …
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Finn Morton
31 Oct 2022, 1:08
Down to the final four: Who will be key to their team making the final?
After a quick look back at the tournament so far, we pick out a key figure for each of the four semi-finalists.
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Matt Merritt
30 Oct 2022, 8:23
Red Roses player ratings v Australia | 2021 Rugby World Cup
We break down who soared and who sunk on a rainy Auckland afternoon as the Red Roses booked their semi-final berth.
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Matt Merritt
30 Oct 2022, 4:14
Sarah Hunter: England beating Australia makes record 138 caps 'even sweeter'
Captain Sarah Hunter has said defeating Australia in their World Cup quarter-final made becoming England’s most capped player …
England sink Wallaroos in rainy World Cup quarter-final
Tournament favourites England have washed away Australia's World Cup hopes with a 41-5 win in their quarter-final.
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Live Updates: England vs Australia & Canada vs USA
Join us here for live updates, scores, stats, and more as Rugby World Cup 2021 Quarter Finals 3 & 4 play out in the pouring rain a…
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Sam Smith
29 Oct 2022, 19:57
Ioan Cunningham excited for Wales' future despite World Cup quarter-final exit
.Despite a loss to the Black Ferns pitching them out of this year's tournament Ioan Cunningham is proud of his team's performance.
Black Ferns player ratings v Wales | 2021 Rugby World Cup
A quarter-final exit brings to a close a spirited Welsh World Cup campaign while the Black Ferns will face a new level of challeng…
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Ned Lester
29 Oct 2022, 4:28
Black Ferns' power and pace proves too hot for Wales to handle
Wales could find no answer to the power and pace of the Black Ferns as their Rugby World Cup run came to an end in a 55-3 quarter-…
France dominate Italy to book World Cup semi-final spot
A dominant second-half performance by France has seen them blow Italy away 39-3 in their Rugby World Cup quarter-final. The contes…
'Records are meant to be broken': Wallaroos entering quarter-finals with nothing to lose
"The Poms are on 28 wins, their run, so there's no pressure on us ... records are meant to be broken. So let's try to do it this S…
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Quarter Finals 1 & 2
Join us here for live updates, scores, stats, and more as the Rugby World Cup 2021 Quarter Finals get underway with France vs Ital…
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Sam Smith
28 Oct 2022, 22:29
Why Springbok Women's reaction to biggest ever World Cup defeat rankled
Something didn’t sit right after England’s 75-0 rout over South Africa. What rankled, was the sight of the South Africans cele…
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Daniel Gallan
27 Oct 2022, 18:57
Wallaroos name side to face England in quarter final clash
Wallaroos head coach Jay Tregonning has named his side for the Rugby World Cup Quarter Final against England this Sunday at Waitak…
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Lucy Lomax
27 Oct 2022, 18:26
Black Ferns bring back big guns for quarter-final clash
Black Ferns coaches have named a powerful match day 23 for their Rugby World Cup quarter-final against Wales.
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Sam Smith
26 Oct 2022, 16:07
Why the Wallaroos refused to swap their First Nations jerseys
Last week, after Australia's 13-7 win over Wales that took them to the World Cup quarterfinals, not a single member of the Wallaro…
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Daniel Gallan
26 Oct 2022, 15:54
'Not fit for purpose': NZ Rugby blasted for schedule clash
While the All Blacks are back on the menu this weekend, the Black Ferns will also be tackling Wales in their World Cup quarter-fin…
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Sam Smith
25 Oct 2022, 8:38
Wallaroos out to do the impossible against World Cup favourites Red Roses
The Wallaroos feel back-to-back wins over Northern Hemisphere rivals Scotland and Wales has been the perfect preparation to tackle…
Italy's Tounesi suspended 12 games for biting Japanese player
The Committee concluded that the player bit a Japanese player which offence merited a red card and accordingly upheld the citing c…
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Sam Smith
25 Oct 2022, 0:18
'Ruby (Tui) might be the one that misses out': Pundits debate Black Ferns' outside backs selections
"The way he'll want to win these games is not going to be with goalkicking, he's going to try and blow teams off the park."
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Ned Lester
24 Oct 2022, 18:11
Lillicrap on 50 caps and facing the Black Ferns again
Wales captain Siwan Lillicrap has spoken about reaching the milestone of 50 caps after earning her first cap relatively late at th…
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Ian Cameron
24 Oct 2022, 6:32
'We have different strings to our bow': Hat-trick hero says there is more to England's game
England's hat-trick hero Rosie Galligan believes that her team demonstrated a multi-dimensional game during the 75-0 demolition of…
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Ben Smith
23 Oct 2022, 23:54
Simon Middleton hits back at 'hilarious' England criticism
The Red Roses thumped South Africa to set up a World Cup quarter-final against Australia.
Rugby World Cup 2021 quarter-final draw announced
The quarter-final draw for Rugby World Cup 2021 was announced on Sunday after a thrilling pool phase final round determined the ei…
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Lucy Lomax
23 Oct 2022, 2:59
England blow South Africa away to set up Australia quarter-final
Rosie Galligan and Connie Powell both ran in hat-tricks to secure top spot for England in their World Cup pool.
Italy advance to the quarter-finals of the women's Rugby World Cup for the first time
Italy have advanced to the quarter-finals of the women's Rugby World Cup for the first time in their history with a 21-8 win.
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Match Day 6 live updates: England vs South Africa
Follow all the action live from Waitakere Stadium on Match Day 6 at Rugby World Cup 2021 with Japan Women vs Italy Women, Canada W…
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Sam Smith
22 Oct 2022, 17:52
Bryan Easson reacts as Scotland bow out of Rugby World Cup
Scotland head coach Bryan Easson was left to rue missed opportunities as his side were knocked out of the Women’s Rugby World Cu…
Black Ferns thrash Scotland to secure top seed at World Cup
The host nation had their first try in less than two minutes and added three more to lead 24-0 after only 18.
Wallaroos claim quarter-finals spot in shaky win over Wales
Australia were dominant in possession but disjointed in attack, scoring just once despite 12 visits to the Welsh 22.
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Match Day 5 live updates
Follow all the action live from Match Day 5 at Rugby World Cup 2021 with the Wallaroos vs Wales Women, Black Ferns vs Scotland and…
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Sam Smith
21 Oct 2022, 21:13
Only three players retained in France starting line-up for Fiji
France coach Thomas Darracq has retained only three players in the France starting line-up after their 13-7 loss to England for th…
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Lucy Lomax
20 Oct 2022, 22:13
Canada name team for show down with the USA
Canada coach Kevin Rouet has made five personnel and two positional changes to his starting line-up for the third and final pool g…
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Lucy Lomax
20 Oct 2022, 21:37
Why it's better for the game if the Black Ferns don't win the World Cup
Surely no other team has dominated a sport quite like the Black Ferns, with such poor backing from those who run the game in their…
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Ali Donnelly
20 Oct 2022, 20:44
Marlie Packer to captain Red Roses against South Africa
The 2014 World Cup-winning flanker will pack down alongside Poppy Cleall and Morwenna Talling in the back-row.
Scotland 'still in the fight' at the Rugby World Cup
Scotland head coach Bryan Easson is looking for his players to add a clinical edge to their passion and determination as they bid …
Springbok Women's coach swings the axe for England
Springbok Women coach Stanley Raubenheimer has swung the axe on his underperforming team ahead of their final game of the tourname…
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Ian Cameron
20 Oct 2022, 11:48
'This is Carys Williams, but she's running on for England. What's going on here?!'
As Wales prepare to take on Australia in their final pool match at the Rugby World Cup, former England player Carys Williams-Morri…
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Lucy Lomax
20 Oct 2022, 1:22
Only one change for Scotland as they face Black Ferns
Scotland have made one change to the starting line-up ahead of this weekend’s final Rugby World Cup Pool A fixture against hosts…
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Lucy Lomax
20 Oct 2022, 0:24
Wales announce four changes to starting line up for Australia clash
There are four changes and two positional swaps in the Wales Women side named to face Australia in the Rugby World Cup on Saturday…
Australia name side for final pool game against Wales
Wallaroos head coach Jay Tregonning has named his side for Australia’s final Rugby World Cup pool match against Wales, this Satu…
Black Ferns name new captain for final World Cup pool game
In just her second start for the Black Ferns, halfback Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu will lead the side against Scotland.
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Sam Smith
19 Oct 2022, 17:28
The building and blossoming of The Sakura Fifteen
Sometimes, and perhaps more often than we could have dared dream –when Japanese teams dive into the pool of a World Cup, a sort …
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Claire Thomas
19 Oct 2022, 0:23
World Rugby statement: Wales' Donna Rose disciplinary hearing
Wales forward Donna Rose has learned her fate after being cited for foul play during the World Cup in New Zealand.
Analysis: Top performers from Round 2 of the World Cup
Round two. It’s often the best bit of a Rugby World Cup. With that in mind, let’s have a look at some of the game changers in …
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Will Owen
18 Oct 2022, 1:54
France's Laure Sansus ruled out of remainder of World Cup
France’s Rugby World Cup campaign has suffered a major blow with the news that scrum-half Laure Sansus has been ruled out of the…
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Lucy Lomax
18 Oct 2022, 1:04
The Black Ferns skipper who's leading by example at the World Cup
In a World Cup year, Ruahei Demant was left speechless when coach Wayne Smith asked her to captain the Black Ferns for the Pacific…
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Lucy Lomax
17 Oct 2022, 18:05
Wayne Smith's biggest struggle with the Black Ferns compared to the All Blacks
Black Ferns head coach Wayne Smith admitted there are aspects of coaching that Black Ferns that he struggles to adjust with compar…
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Ben Smith
16 Oct 2022, 20:26
'We should be way more mature than that': Speculation over Black Ferns pay detracting from World Cup
Former All Blacks John Kirwan and Jeff Wilson have been left disappointed after reports surfaced last week over pay differences be…
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Sam Smith
16 Oct 2022, 17:34
Italy focused on keeping confident as they eye a quarter final spot
Inconsistency cost Italy the chance to take home any points against Canada, but with one group stage game still to be played they …
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Matt Merritt
16 Oct 2022, 8:02
Springbok Women out of World Cup after Fijian defeat
Fiji against South Africa might be viewed by some as an anti-climactic end to a weekend of international rugby, but both teams put…
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Matt Merritt
16 Oct 2022, 5:22
'We came here wanting to win the Rugby World Cup and the first step is to get wins and bonus points'
A 22-12 victory over Italy sees Canada sitting atop their group and second in the seedings, with the prospect of a game against th…
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Matt Merritt
16 Oct 2022, 4:17
Time for England to reveal plan B?
England win again, their 27th consecutive victory, but the cracks are beginning to show. Against a dogged and determined France th…
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Matt Merritt
16 Oct 2022, 3:25
Black Ferns firepower too much for Welsh pack
Prolific winger Portia Woodman and 18-year-old centre Sylvia Brunt both crossed twice as the five-time world champions ran in 10 t…
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Match Day 4 updates
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Sam Smith
15 Oct 2022, 18:44
'We need those four tries at least' - Nolusindiso Booi
Springbok Women captain Nolusindiso Booi has issued a passionate call to arms to her teammates as they face a make-or-break game w…
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Kim Ekin
15 Oct 2022, 9:19
'All points are important because we know that it is a tough competition'
While the England-France game will be remembered for the Red Roses extending their winning streak, for the French there are lots o…
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Matt Merritt
15 Oct 2022, 8:34
England player ratings vs France | Rugby World Cup 2021
Le Crunch arrived in Whangarei, with both England and France looking to stay unbeaten in the second week of the 2021 Rugby World C…
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Tom Vinicombe
15 Oct 2022, 8:06
The England reaction to win over 'never-say-die and dogged' France
Head coach Simon Middleton insisted England must improve after the Red Roses battled to a 13-7 Rugby World Cup victory over France…
'I'm really gutted... it's a really horrible way to come unstitched'
It was a case of ruing what might have been for Japan as their slim half-time lead slipped away to become a decisive 30-17 USA vic…
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Matt Merritt
15 Oct 2022, 5:24
England take down France in World Cup nail-biter
It was hard fought, but England managed a 27th consecutive Test rugby win with a World Cup pool round match defeat of France.
The United States credit 'a little more belief' for RWC win over Japan
The U.S. have bounced back from their opening Women's Rugby World Cup loss to Italy by beating Japan 30-17 in Group B action in Wh…
Scotland devastated again as Australia complete late comeback
The Wallaroos' hopes of the reaching the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals remain alive after they scrapped their way to a heart-stop…
'Immersed himself': How Sir Graham Henry is helping the Black Ferns
Black Ferns head coach and former All Blacks assistant coach Wayne Smith revealed how far the Black Ferns are going to prepare.
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Sam Smith
14 Oct 2022, 22:31
RECAP: Rugby World Cup 2021 Match Day 3 LIVE Updates
We're into Match Day 3 here at Rugby World Cup 2021, it's a beautiful day here in Whangarei and Scotland vs Wallaroos is just abou…
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Sam Smith
14 Oct 2022, 21:02
Wallaroos coach confident in rookie wing as they look to bank a vital World Cup win
Jay Tregonning doesn't see rookie Maya Stewart as a selection gamble as the Wallaroos look to bank a vital World Cup win.
The 'aim' message Middleton delivered to his wider England squad
England head coach Simon Middleton has readily accepted that the Red Roses’ World Cup appointment with France is a huge game in …
Paige Farries is the funniest player at Rugby World Cup 2021
RugbyPass reporter Lucy Lomax caught up for a chat on all things Women's Rugby World Cup 2021, playing in 2022 related, with the f…
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Kim Ekin
14 Oct 2022, 2:24
Four changes to Wales for crucial Black Ferns clash
Wales head coach Ioan Cunningham has made four changes to his starting line-up for his side’s second Test of the Rugby World Cup…
Black Ferns make sweeping changes for Wales
Black Ferns coaches have made a raft of changes ahead of their second Rugby World Cup fixture against Wales at Waitakere Stadium t…
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Online Editors
13 Oct 2022, 17:33
Springbok Women line-up holds firm despite French thrashing
Springbok Women coach Stanley Raubenheimer retained the same starting XV for their second Rugby World Cup clash in New Zealand and…
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Kim Ekin
13 Oct 2022, 13:20
Scotland make three changes for Australia clash
Scotland have made three alterations to the starting line-up ahead of this weekend’s Rugby World Cup match against Australia.
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Ned Lester
12 Oct 2022, 21:28
Sarah Hunter to level all time England caps record against France
England Head Coach Simon Middleton has announced his squad to take on France in the second round of pool matches at the Rugby Worl…
Will the Black Ferns be bullied by the Red Roses?
The Black Ferns still have lots of ground to make up on their English and French rivals.
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Nick Bishop
12 Oct 2022, 7:06
Wales statement: Alisha Butchers' 'significant' knee injury
Wales flanker Alisha Butchers will return home from the World Cup in New Zealand after suffering a knee injury. The Welsh Rugby Un…
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Kim Ekin
12 Oct 2022, 4:06
'England kept scoring tries and the girls started to get bored'
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Lucy Lomax
12 Oct 2022, 0:48
This World Cup is an example of the rugby that fans are asking for
"The ball in hand aspect of it is amazing, it is literally in hand the entire time and we complain about this in the mens game, th…
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Ned Lester
11 Oct 2022, 19:56
Scorelines don't tell the full story on a record breaking RWC weekend
After a year’s wait Rugby World Cup 2021 has finally arrived, and if week one is anything to go by, it will be a tournament wort…
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Matt Merritt
11 Oct 2022, 16:50
Rugby needs to be the winner at this World Cup, not necessarily New Zealand
Let’s let the tournament breathe first. Let’s get a few more games under our belts, let’s get to the knockout rounds and the…
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Hamish Bidwell
10 Oct 2022, 23:40
Keira Bevan kicks Wales to last ditch win over Scotland
Keira Bevan kept her nerve to clinch a last-gasp victory for Wales in their opening match in the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Whan…
The USA suffer opening World Cup defeat against spirited Italian side
Italy recorded their first win over the USA in three attempts in their opening Pool B encounter on match day two of the Women’s …
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Lucy Lomax
08 Oct 2022, 22:00
'Words that I cannot repeat': Ruby Tui on how Black Ferns overcame early jitters in win at Eden Park
Star wingers Ruby Tui and Portia Woodman bagged a combined five tries while Tui was named player of the match after a terrific dou…
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Ben Smith
08 Oct 2022, 19:56
Wallaroos taking heart from strong opening half against the Black Ferns
The Wallaroos are taking enough heart from their opening half hour against the Black Ferns.
Rugby World Cup 2021 match day two updates | Scotland vs Wales
Get live updates from the Women's Rugby World Cup 2021 with USA vs Italy, Japan vs Canada, and Wales vs Scotland.
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Sam Smith
08 Oct 2022, 18:40
'I think we were nervous but who wouldn't be?' - Middleton on Red Roses
The Red Roses were convincing victors against tournament debutants Fiji.
Black Ferns survive Wallaroos scare to triumph
The Wallaroos gave New Zealand an almighty scare on the opening night of the Rugby World Cup, leading 17-0 before succumbing to th…
Springboks Women's coaches defend team after French thrashing
The Springboks Women team coaches have defended their players after they were thrashed in their opening Women's Rugby World Cup ga…
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Ian Cameron
08 Oct 2022, 3:11
England open World Cup campaign with 14-try mauling of Fiji
Title favourites England opened their women's Rugby World Cup campaign with an ominous 84-19 rout of Fiji.
France dominant in World Cup opener
Halfback Laure Sansus has scored two tries as France underlined their title credentials with a bonus point 40-5 victory over South…
Rugby World Cup 2021 match day one coverage
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Sam Smith
07 Oct 2022, 21:07
Rugby World Cup to kick-off in front of sold-out Eden Park crowd
The opening match day of Rugby World Cup 2021, playing in 2022, at Eden Park on 8 October has officially sold out, with a record c…
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Lucy Lomax
07 Oct 2022, 14:31
Zoe Harrison: 'Rugby is a sport for anyone, you don't have to fit any stereotype.'
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Owain Jones
07 Oct 2022, 13:28
'Surely this is a joke': New Zealand Rugby lambasted over new investment
New Zealand Rugby has raised the heckles of many online fans with their latest curious investment.
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Sam Smith
07 Oct 2022, 10:32
Wales drop captain Lillicrap for Scotland World Cup opener
The teams have been announced for Wales v Scotland World Cup opener, with Wales Head Coach Ioan Cunningham providing a surprise in…
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Lucy Lomax
07 Oct 2022, 0:21
'We don't feel like there's any pressure': Wallaroos want to break duck in World Cup opener
Compounding the task for Australia, New Zealand's home of rugby is poised to smash a world record for women's rugby attendance for…
Four major talking points as England look to win a third World Cup
The stage is set for the England women's team to lift the World Cup for the third time as they enter the tournament hosted by New …
Wallaroos 'craving' World Cup atmosphere ahead of Black Ferns opener
"What could be better than opening a rugby World Cup in front of a record-breaking crowd against the host nation? We want to use t…
England name team for World Cup opener against Fiji
Head coach Simon Middleton has named his matchday squad to play Fiji in their opening Pool C Rugby World Cup match at Eden Park.
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Sam Smith
05 Oct 2022, 16:54
England lose another player for World Cup opener
Black Ferns team named for Rugby World Cup opener
The Black Ferns team to play in their opening match of Rugby World Cup 2021, in front of a record-breaking crowd, has been named.
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Sam Smith
05 Oct 2022, 15:17
Springbok Women name settled side for World Cup opener
The Springbok Women’s team to play France in their opening Pool C match of the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand has a familiar and…
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Rugby365
05 Oct 2022, 7:49
'We can cause an upset': Nadine Roos' X factor elevates Springbok Women
“I am a playmaker in Sevens and need to find space for the rest of my teammates and in that regard, not much has changed. It is …
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Rugby365
04 Oct 2022, 16:17
Elinor Snowsill: 'There were so many times when I thought, I don't know if I can carry on'.
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Owain Jones
04 Oct 2022, 9:46
Be a fly on the wall with the 'Black Ferns: Wahine Toa' documentary
As more and more unions release behind the scenes documentaries, with exclusive access of their teams ahead of Rugby World Cup 202…
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Lucy Lomax
04 Oct 2022, 7:51
Springbok Women: South Africa's 'deeply patriarchal' society and why it won't hold them back
In August this year, the Springboks rugby teams gathered for a photo. Notice the plural in the previous sentence. But a photo is l…
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Daniel Gallan
04 Oct 2022, 5:27
'History is on our side': Can the Black Ferns lift to the Red Roses' level?
The Black Ferns may have demolished their opposition so far this International season, but just how close they are to competing wi…
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Ned Lester
03 Oct 2022, 23:33
England will be without Shaunagh Brown for first game of World Cup
England prop Shaunagh Brown will miss the opening game of the World Cup against Fiji on Saturday after testing positive for Covid-…
Challenge Accepted: World Cup contenders, obstacles and opportunities
England or the Red Roses have always been one of the best teams in the world, but they have not always been favourites to win Worl…
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Ali Donnelly
03 Oct 2022, 11:04
'I think it is cool too... 30,000 people are coming here to support women'
The captains of 12 nations competing at the Women’s Rugby World Cup met at Eden Park on Sunday with the showpiece spectacle set …
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Stefan Frost
02 Oct 2022, 6:56
Street artwork series launches across New Zealand ahead of Rugby World Cup
Ahead of the 2021 Rugby World Cup kicking off, the organising committee has unveiled plans for a series of seven bespoke, large sc…
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Lucy Lomax
30 Sep 2022, 4:54
'Relentless and ruthless': Black Ferns zoned in ahead of World Cup
"What I love most about it was it's almost like the scoreboard wasn't there," Parsons added. "They were just as relentless and rut…
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Ned Lester
30 Sep 2022, 1:12
World Cup opener could double attendance record
Organisers' ambitions for attendance at the opening day of the women's World Cup continue to grow as ticket sales push further int…
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Ned Lester
29 Sep 2022, 18:42
Trailer for England documentary gets the World Cup pulses racing
A trailer for the two-part documentary on the England women’s rugby team has whetted the appetite ahead of the October 8 start o…
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Liam Heagney
29 Sep 2022, 4:28
'We don't want to be left behind': Wallaroos looking to ensure competitive future
People who are unaware of working and playing conditions for women - from earning part-time wages to wearing men's jerseys - need …
'She is gutted and I'm gutted for her'
Star England centre Emily Scarratt will embark on her fourth World Cup having witnessed a radical transformation in the women’s …
Wales confirm World Cup squad after 'a few robust discussions'
Wales head coach Ioan Cunningham has named his 32-strong squad for the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. Siwan Lillicrap leads the s…
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Kim Ekin
21 Sep 2022, 6:05
World Cup 2021 opener set for record breaking attendance
The triple-header opening matchday on October 8, headlined by the Australia-New Zealand match, is bound to pass the benchmark of 2…
'We've got to win, we've everything at our disposal we could want'
Head coach Simon Middleton has admitted England have got to win it after announcing what he views as the best prepared World Cup s…
England World Cup squad features six survivors from 2014 title win
England have named a squad featuring six survivors from their 2014 World Cup triumph for their bid to claim New Zealand’s crown …
Shock omission flagged in England's World Cup squad
Sources in the UK are reporting that Natasha 'Mo' Hunt is set to miss out on England Women's Rugby World Cup squad.
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Ian Cameron
17 Sep 2022, 5:41
Black Ferns squad named for World Cup
The Black Ferns have selected 32 players in the squad for the upcoming Rugby World Cup, hosted in New Zealand for the first time.
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Sam Smith
12 Sep 2022, 22:22
Aussie sevens women reach World Cup final
Australia's all-conquering women's rugby sevens team have made it into the final of the World Cup in Cape Town but the men have be…
Rita Ora to headline opening day of Women's Rugby World Cup
Rugby World Cup 2021 have announced an exciting list of artists to perform at Eden Park throughout the Rugby World Cup in October …
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Lucy Lomax
07 Sep 2022, 6:34
Wallaroos announce squad for next month's World Cup
Wallaroos coach Jay Tregonning has announced his 32-player squad for the World Cup that starts on October 8 in New Zealand.
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Sam Smith
06 Sep 2022, 21:03
'We have ultimately got 39 players and that has to go to 32'
Head coach Simon Middleton says there are at least four or five calls to be made before his England Women's World Cup squad is fin…
England axe 3 players as 35-woman Red Roses squad named
Red Roses head coach Simon Middleton has dropped three players as he named an updated 35-player England Women’s squad ahead of t…
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Kim Ekin
29 Aug 2022, 8:25
'We've had our first proper pre-season as professional athletes'
Siwan Lillicrap, the captain of the Wales Women team, thinks the recent training camp in Halifax and the test match against Canada…
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Kim Ekin
28 Aug 2022, 4:44
Black Ferns' character prevails in gritty win
A gritty 22-14 win from the Black Ferns was capped by another classic post match interview by Ruby Tui
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Ned Lester
27 Aug 2022, 1:13
Wallaroos swing the axe for second Test with Black Ferns
Wallaroos coach Jay Tregonning has made sweeping changes as the Australian women's rugby team tries to make a dent on a dominant N…
Black Ferns rack up half-century to thump Wallaroos
The Wallaroos have scored a last-minute try in Christchuch to ensure they weren't nilled by a rampant Black Ferns outfit on Saturd…
Women's Rugby World Cup organisers take inspiration from success of Euro 2022
England top the world rankings and have not lost in 23 matches.
1994 World Cup antics: 'Half a pint of vodka went down my throat!'
You’d be hard pressed to find a more charismatic and influential character in helping shape English women’s rugby than Gill Bu…
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Lucy Lomax
29 Jul 2022, 6:45
Former England international named Harlequins Women's new head coach
Harlequins Women have named former England international Amy Turner as their new head coach ahead of next season.
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Josh Raisey
13 Jul 2022, 6:52
'Best investment': Wales recruit ex-England out-half Stephen Myler
Hidden in the small print of Wednesday’s important announcement that the WRU have awarded 17 new full-time contracts for female …
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Liam Heagney
06 Jul 2022, 7:16
Which Red Roses make it on the plane to New Zealand?
With the Allianz Premier 15s over for another season and Saracens Women once again reigning supreme it feels like a quiet time for…
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Matt Merritt
22 Jun 2022, 4:48
Black Ferns thrash USA to secure Pacific Four title
New Zealand winger Ayesha Leti-I'iga scored a hat-trick as the Black Ferns continued their preparations for hosting the Women's Ru…
Wallaroos suffer third straight defeat to finish winless in Pacific Four Series
An undisciplined Wallaroos side squandered a double-digit lead to lose 22-10 to Canada and finish winless in the Pacific Four Seri…
Scotland Women to train together for 11 weeks ahead of WRWC
Scotland Women will train together for 11 weeks ahead of the World Cup in New Zealand later this year after a financial agreement …
RWC 2025: 'The way the game is going, filling out Twickenham is 100% achievable'
It will be 15 years since England hosted the last Women’s Rugby World Cup, and the transformation of the game since then is quit…
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Rachael Burford
19 May 2022, 9:22
Wales flyer's shoulder op boosts race for Rugby World Cup fitness
Bristol and Wales wing Jasmine Joyce is on the mend following a successful operation to treat a chronic shoulder problem.
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Kim Ekin
13 May 2022, 9:03
England to host women's Rugby World Cup in 2025
England have been confirmed as hosts for the 2025 women’s World Cup as World Rugby mapped out all destination countries for its …
Women's rugby has moved on, even if some people's perceptions haven't
This week, the draw was announced for Women's Rugby World Cup 2021, which will start in September 2021 in New Zealand.
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Jess Hayden
23 Nov 2020, 12:03
Six countries in running for 2021 Women's RWC, including one you wouldn't expect
A record six countries have put their hand up to host the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2021, with one surprise candidate.
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Online Editors
13 Jun 2018, 6:25
Historic and deserved, the Black Ferns success at the World Rugby Awards is a wake-up call to global sport
Let’s just say it out loud for those in the back of the room: World Rugby just handed its Team of the Year honour to the Black F…
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Scotty Stevenson
26 Nov 2017, 21:58
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