Wallaroos single out England skipper withs sights set on upset
Wallaroos assistant coach Scott Fava said his fifth-ranked team was aware of the challenge presented across the park by world No.1…
AAP
20 Oct 2023, 0:38
WXV 1 News
Read the latest WXV news right here at RugbyPass. Whether you want to find out which teams have qualified, learn more about line ups or dive into the newest stories, you’ll find all of the details in our WXV 1 news hub. Scroll down for the latest insights, analysis and interviews from our rugby gurus.
Analysis
Nominees for ‘Best Team in the World’ continued: A WXV Preview
Welcome back from that brief intermission. We hope you did something fun - like watching a supercut of Alisha Butchers highlights,…
Claire Thomas
19 Oct 2023, 16:10
WXV 2 returns for a second round of scintillating action in South Africa
WXV 2 kicked off in spectacular fashion in South Africa last Friday. Against Scotland, a bone-rattling tackle from Libbie Janse va…
Imogen Ainsworth
19 Oct 2023, 14:05
WXV 1 teams are named as anticipation builds for first round in Wellington
The six teams have been named ahead of the first round of WXV 1 in Wellington. All matches will be played at Sky Stadium, kicking …
Imogen Ainsworth
19 Oct 2023, 9:51
'We are definitely ready to play now and can’t wait to get started on Friday'
We talk about world-class and world-leading facilities, and this place has it all. The indoor pitch with interactive kicking scree…
Rosie Galligan
19 Oct 2023, 6:57
Women’s rugby revolution - What is the WXV?
Organisers hope it will act as a “springboard” for the 2025 World Cup.
PA
19 Oct 2023, 4:55
Analysis
Awards Season is upon us: The WXV 1 nominees are in
This Autumn, the WXV1 trophy will be raised for the very first time - and the nominees are blockbuster. It’s time to cast our ey…
Claire Thomas
19 Oct 2023, 4:21
Opinion
Anna Caplice: 'This tournament has been created to close those gaps'
WXV is in its infancy, this is the first year of it. This tournament has been created to close those gaps. These big scorelines ma…
Anna Caplice
18 Oct 2023, 11:44
Wallaroos shift Palu from midfield to blindside in team for England
The Australians open their campaign in Wellington against England on Friday night, followed by matches against France and Wales.
AAP
18 Oct 2023, 0:26
Lana Skeldon scores brace of tries as Scotland get better of South Africa
Lana Skeldon scored two first-half tries as Scotland beat South Africa 31-17 in their opening match of the inaugural WXV tournamen…
PA
14 Oct 2023, 3:53
Opinion
Anna Caplice: 'We’re at the beginning of another new era, but it has to be right this time'
WXV3 is probably one of the most exciting groups because while the teams may be some of the least well-known teams at the moment, …
Anna Caplice
13 Oct 2023, 4:52
Analysis
Let the revolution commence: Your whistle-stop tour of the opening weekend of WXV
WXV is here: 18 teams, three tournaments, and a yearly opportunity for women’s rugby to dazzle on a planetary scale. A truly wor…
Claire Thomas
12 Oct 2023, 9:44
'The second Canada game was a bit scrappier, but we’re ready to go again'
And just like that, pre-season is over… A gruelling nine weeks of fitness and rugby based sessions topped off with two games aga…
Rosie Galligan
06 Oct 2023, 10:54
England battle to victory over 14-player Canada
The visitors had to play over an hour with 14 players after Gabrielle Senft was sent off.
PA
30 Sep 2023, 13:56
Piper Duck ruled out as Wallaroos name squad for WXV 1
Michaela Leonard will lead the Wallaroos on a four-Test tour of New Zealand while regular captain Piper Duck recovers from ankle s…
AAP
19 Sep 2023, 17:27
Opinion
'You stagnate when you’ve had the same for so long. We were ready for these big changes.'
Something we’ve probably realised from the last couple of seasons is that you stagnate when you’ve had the same thing for so l…
Rosie Galligan
19 Sep 2023, 7:07
Analysis
Black Ferns squad selected for O'Reilly Cup and WXV 1
A Black Ferns squad of 30 players has been selected for the O'Reilly Cup against Australia on September 30th in Hamilton and the i…
Adam Julian
15 Sep 2023, 10:36
Ruby Tui returns to Black Ferns in squad for WXV 1
Allan Bunting has named some outstanding young talent who impressed in the recent Farah Palmer Cup season and the return of global…
Ned Lester
10 Sep 2023, 20:24
Analysis
Analysis: Canadian triple threat Sophie de Goede's skill set will ignite WXV 1
So, just why is De Goede so good? The simplest way to put it is that she feels like a rugby player from the future. She isn’t th…
Will Owen
29 Aug 2023, 6:32
Matt Banahan takes major step in international coaching career
Giant former England international Matt Banahan has been confirmed as the new attack coach of Scotland Women by the SRU.
Ian Cameron
21 Aug 2023, 11:41
Analysis
Who are the players to watch in WXV3?
If you’re a rugby nerd who loves to learn the styles and identities of new teams, obscure gems of players to call your favourite…
Will Owen
18 Aug 2023, 8:40
Interview
Another bite of the cherry - WXV will ignite epic New Zealand vs England rivalry once again
The next time the inevitable list of “greatest rugby games ever” is compiled one sure to feature is last year’s World Cup fi…
Rikki Swannell
16 Aug 2023, 8:45
WXV2: Six players to watch in South Africa
One may assume the best fixtures will be New Zealand vs England; Wales vs Australia; even Canada vs France. But once you stop and …
Will Owen
15 Aug 2023, 7:54
Analysis
Who are the players to watch in WXV1?
Who are some of the key players ahead of WXV 1? Who could potentially have a pivotal campaign in their career? And who is going to…
Will Owen
14 Aug 2023, 6:19
Match schedule confirmed for WXV 2023
The match schedule for WXV 2023 has been confirmed. Kicking off this October, the three tiered competition will see 18 teams trave…
Lucy Lomax
14 Aug 2023, 3:34
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, 13:58
Exclusive
Rikki Swannell: 'Everybody is always going to have an opinion on a commentator'
Everybody is always going to have an opinion on a commentator, it happens to the guys as much as it happens to women, but criticis…
Rikki Swannell
09 Aug 2023, 12:11
Opinion
Why South Africa hosting WXV2 is a step forward on National Women's Day
The WXV is simply the start. Strong performances against higher ranked opposition could galvanise a rugby-hungry public and morph …
Daniel Gallan
09 Aug 2023, 5:54
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, 10:08
Italy beat Spain to book ticket to Cape Town for WXV 2
Italy Women secured their place in WXV 2 this October with a comfortable 23-0 victory against Spain in Piacenza on Saturday.
PA
23 Jul 2023, 9:16
Black Ferns remain undefeated in the Pacific Four Series on historic night for Canada Rugby
The defending Pacific Four Series champions New Zealand, who qualified for WXV 1 with victory, played the role of spoilers on an h…
PA
10 Jul 2023, 5:07
Interview
Tyson Beukeboom on joining Ealing: ‘If I don't go play pro somewhere, I'm going to be left behind'
Canada second-row Tyson Beukeboom has revealed how her move to Ealing Trailfinders Women and Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) was…
Martyn Thomas
05 Jul 2023, 9:26
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, 6:00
Venues confirmed for WXV 1 in New Zealand
Auckland, Dunedin and Wellington will host WXV1 later this year as the world’s top teams return to New Zealand a year on from a …
Kim Ekin
19 Jun 2023, 3:04
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