Women's Six Nations News
Discover all of the latest Women’s Six Nations news right here. Our resident rugby gurus have been busy compiling match reports, covering breaking news stories and interviewing the best and most exciting players in the game.
So, scroll down to uncover all the breaking news in the Women’s Six Nations, as well as top analysis from some of the very best journalists in the game.
'Joy’s journey has been an outstanding example of brilliant skills, hard work and passion'
Since her first Test match in 2016, she has overseen a total of 26 Test matches as a referee (24 women’s, two men's), in additio…
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Imogen Ainsworth
10 Apr 2024, 6:00
Ireland end Cliodhna Moloney's two-year exile with recall
Exeter Chiefs hooker Cliodhna Moloney is in line to make her first Ireland appearance since 2021 after being called up to Scott Be…
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Josh Raisey
05 Apr 2024, 13:34
'This was my first time receiving player of the match…it was a really special feeling'
Last Saturday we took a trip down to the West Country to play in the second round of the Women’s Six Nations at Ashton Gate, the…
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Rosie Galligan
04 Apr 2024, 6:09
There’s no ‘I’ in ‘team', but here are five individuals who encapsulate the Women’s Six Nations so far
So - in a bid to put a slight (read: dubious) twist on that tried-and-tested classic of a listicle, here’s a player from each na…
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Claire Thomas
03 Apr 2024, 4:50
Aurélie Groizeleau: 'You have to realise that referees are still human'
The 35-year-old La Rochelle native is among the refereeing team for this year’s Women’s Six Nations. She is also a pioneer in …
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Scheenagh Harrington
02 Apr 2024, 9:02
Red Roses prop Vickii Cornborough calls time on international career
England prop Vickii Cornborough has announced her international retirement following a 75-cap Red Roses career in which she starte…
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Martyn Thomas
02 Apr 2024, 6:00
Italy beat Ireland for their first win in the 2024 Six Nations
Italy got their first win in the 2024 Women's Six Nations as they saw off an Irish comeback to take the 27-21 victory in round two…
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Imogen Ainsworth
31 Mar 2024, 12:23
The stark Six Nations warning issued by England boss John Mitchell
The English sit on top of the table with two wins from two following Saturday’s 46-10 win over Wales in Bristol.
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Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2024, 5:05
Bristol, you beaut, and three other England Six Nations talking points
Saturday’s defeat of Wales means they have now won 26 championship games on the bounce since March 2018, an incredibly consisten…
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Liam Heagney
31 Mar 2024, 3:30
England player ratings vs Wales | 2024 Guinness Women's Six Nations
John Mitchell’s England made it two wins from two in the Guinness Six Nations with an eight-try, 46-10 win over Wales in Bristol…
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Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2024, 15:03
England score eight tries past Wales at Ashton Gate
John Mitchell’s Red Roses racked up almost 50 points to beat Wales 46-10 in Bristol in the second round of the Women’s Six Nat…
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Imogen Ainsworth
30 Mar 2024, 14:36
France emerge victorious after a closely fought battle with Scotland
France took their second win of the Women’s Six Nations as they beat a courageous Scotland side 15-5 in Edinburgh.
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Imogen Ainsworth
30 Mar 2024, 12:32
Misguided pile-ons do more harm than good to women's rugby
In my job, social media is a necessary evil, but the cesspit that is X, formally Twitter, managed to outdo itself this week after …
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Neil Fissler
29 Mar 2024, 11:42
Rosie Galligan: 'Marlie Packer really has had a stellar career and still has so much more to give'
And just like that, the first round of the Women’s Six Nations is complete! A little rusty from a few teams, but I’m sure that…
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Rosie Galligan
29 Mar 2024, 9:29
Time to remove the kid gloves with Red Roses
According to Duggan, harsh treatment - in the right context - was a marker of esteem, which is why recent comments by Ugo Monye ab…
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Daniel Gallan
29 Mar 2024, 7:27
A wet Wednesday at base camp: A morning with the Red Roses
Put simply, spending a few hours at Pennyhill Park on a cold and blustery Wednesday - in between rounds one and two of the Six Nat…
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Claire Thomas
29 Mar 2024, 5:40
Red Roses leaning on Jamie George during Guinness Women’s Six Nations
England captain Marlie Packer knows Jamie George from Saracens, who she has represented since 2017.
Seven changes for John Mitchell's England in Six Nations round two
The defending champions eventually put Italy to the round one sword last Sunday in Parma, winning 48-0 despite the loss of Sarah B…
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Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2024, 12:00
Wales change six heading to England for Six Nations round two
The Welsh were pipped 18-20 by Scotland in last weekend’s opening round and the reaction has been to change two of the starting …
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Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2024, 8:39
Two changes for Scotland as they look to build on Six Nations win
The Scots got off to a flyer last weekend in Cardiff, beating Wales 20-18 and securing their highest-ever world ranking as they mo…
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Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2024, 8:07
Alex Stewart's Scotland debut: 'She is a special rugby player, she plays with a lot of heart'
Alex, the 19-year-old back-row, had just made her full international debut in the Guinness Women’s Six Nations and had certainly…
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Gary Heatly
28 Mar 2024, 6:08
Six Nations round one: 'As enjoyable as the event itself was, rugby was the real spectacle'
Wow! What a fantastic opening round of rugby to kick off this year’s Guinness Women’s Six Nations. While wins in Le Mans and P…
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Anna Caplice
27 Mar 2024, 18:20
England No8 Sarah Beckett banned after leg-breaking croc roll tackle
The English forward was yellow carded 11 minutes into last Sunday’s opening-round match in Parma, but her foul play was upgraded…
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Liam Heagney
27 Mar 2024, 7:33
England's second-half resurgence provides bonus-point win over Italy in the Women's Six Nations
England started their 2024 Guinness Women’s Six Nations campaign with a 48-0 victory over Italy to open their account with a bon…
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Imogen Ainsworth
24 Mar 2024, 13:49
Scotland secure historic victory against Wales in round one of the Women's Six Nations
Scotland secured the 20-18 victory against Wales at Cardiff Arms Park to get their 2024 Guinness Women’s Six Nations underway af…
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Imogen Ainsworth
23 Mar 2024, 15:05
France win opening Six Nations match despite a defiant defensive half from Ireland in Le Mans
The opening round of the 2024 Guinness Women’s Six Nations kicked off with France emerging 38-17 winners over Ireland in Le Mans…
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Imogen Ainsworth
23 Mar 2024, 12:07
Six Nations column: 'Le Mans welcomes an Irish team who are on a mission to put many things right'
Finally, it’s here! Thanks to our friends over in the men’s rugby department for providing a wonderful curtain raiser for this…
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Anna Caplice
22 Mar 2024, 7:09
Wales and Scotland name sides for Six Nations opening round clash in Cardiff
Two debuts are on the cards for the home side as former England under-20s captain Jenny Hesketh makes her first appearance in a We…
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Imogen Ainsworth
21 Mar 2024, 12:52
Marlie Packer to reach Test century as England name team to face Italy in round one of the Six Nations
England captain Marlie Packer will make her 100th appearance for the Red Roses in the opening round of the 2024 Women’s Six Nati…
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Imogen Ainsworth
21 Mar 2024, 10:00
Six changes for WXV3 champions Ireland, including one new cap
The Irish clinched WXV3 title success in Dubai in their last outing, coming from behind to defeat Spain 15-13 on October 28 and ro…
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Liam Heagney
21 Mar 2024, 9:15
Wales vs Scotland Six Nations preview: 'You’d be mad to miss this particular Celtic kerfuffle'
If the senior men’s and u20s championships were anything to go by, we’re in for a scintillating ride - so clear your weekends,…
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Claire Thomas
20 Mar 2024, 11:02
'For this group, being given the license to play should be frightening for other teams'
The 2024 Women’s Six Nations is just around the corner and I am extremely excited and honoured to have been named in the squad f…
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Rosie Galligan
17 Mar 2024, 11:34
Marlie Packer enjoying new regime as she closes on Test century
The Red Roses captain is excited by how the team is evolving under John Mitchell ahead of the Women's Six Nations as she prepares …
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Martyn Thomas
14 Mar 2024, 13:13
Scott Bemand leaves door ajar for Cliodhna Moloney Ireland recall
Ireland head coach Scott Bemand refused to rule out a future recall for Cliodhna Moloney despite again leaving the exiled hooker o…
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Martyn Thomas
14 Mar 2024, 7:38
The Twickenham target John Mitchell has set for England women's team
The Rugby Football Union currently holds one match in each Guinness Women’s Six Nations at the ground, with England’s clash wi…
Mitchell lauds Red Roses depth as he unveils Women's Six Nations squad
England coach John Mitchell insisted the five-time defending Women’s Six Nations champions have “huge” potential for growth …
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Martyn Thomas
11 Mar 2024, 14:38
Trio return as England name three uncapped players in Women's Six Nations squad
John Mitchell has named three uncapped players in his first Women’s Six Nations squad as England coach, while there are returns …
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Martyn Thomas
11 Mar 2024, 12:00
Cunningham names seven uncapped players in Wales squad for the Guinness Women's Six Nations
This year’s Six Nations campaign will see Wales women play their first-ever standalone fixture at the Principality Stadium when …
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Imogen Ainsworth
07 Mar 2024, 10:08
'Brilliant' World Rugby initiative leaves Sarah Hunter buzzing
Hunter was among 16 aspiring female coaches to emerge through the inaugural programme last year, which saw them being embedded wit…
Abby Dow: ‘I love playing rugby when I'm happy’
Energised by life with Trailfinders, the England wing will take a positive mindset into the Six Nations.
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Martyn Thomas
20 Feb 2024, 10:39
Guinness sponsors Women's Six Nations in 'defining moment for rugby'
Guinness has been announced as title sponsors of the Women’s Six Nations from this season.
World Cup winner Vicky Fleetwood retires immediately
Former England and Saracens flanker Vicky Fleetwood has announced her immediate retirement from rugby.
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Josh Raisey
28 May 2023, 5:44
Tumbling records, rising stars, and lasting memories: the 2023 Women’s Six Nations
That’s it, then. The 2023 Women’s Six Nations. Done. Fin. End scene. A wrap.
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Claire Thomas
04 May 2023, 3:59
'The trophy remained in Marlie Packer’s hands for the rest of the night'
Normally, when I walk around Twickenham, I do so without people really batting an eyelid as to who I am. Saturday was different an…
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Rosie Galligan
03 May 2023, 2:00
Who were the stand out players of this year’s Women's Six Nations?
Super Saturday saw three record crowds in attendance, which deserves headlines in itself; but in terms of the rugby, who were the …
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Will Owen
02 May 2023, 5:49
'Saturday’s crowd was different, the RFU cannot afford to take it for granted'
The only thing England’s players can do to help and continue the RFU’s drive towards selling out Twickenham, is to keep winnin…
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Martyn Thomas
01 May 2023, 6:38
Marlie Packer eyes Twickenham sellout after England clinch Grand Slam
England beat France 38-33 in a Six Nations decider in front of a 58,498 crowd.
Scotland ease past Ireland in Women's Six Nations after dominant display
Defeat at Murrayfield, the final game of the tournament, means Ireland finish bottom with Scotland fourth.
Wales secure third place in Women's Six Nations with win over Italy
Wales finished their Six Nations campaign off with a win to secure third place, scoring five tries to beat Italy 36-10.
England v France: Head-to-head player ratings
In front of a record-breaking crowd of 58,498 excited rugby fans England have once again been crowned Grand Slam champions followi…
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Matt Merritt
29 Apr 2023, 11:59
England's Red Roses smash attendance record to clinch Grand Slam
The Red Roses claimed a 38-33 win in front of a 58,498 crowd at Twickenham.
Win over Italy ‘massive boost’ for Scotland ahead of Ireland clash
.Chloe Rollie believes the positivity from last weekend’s win over Italy can help Scotland round off their TikTok Women’s Six …
'Viewing figures on the BBC are all over one million' - Red Roses value to RFU rapidly ‘rising’
England's Red Roses host France in a Grand Slam decider with over 53,000 Twickenham tickets already sold.
Rosie Galligan: 'We're not a starting act, nor a follow-on act, but the main show.'
We've shown the women’s game doesn't need to rely on the men’s game and double header fixtures anymore. It’s about getting t…
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Rosie Galligan
28 Apr 2023, 5:50
TikTok Top Picks TikTok Women’s Six Nations: Round Four
Going into the fifth and final round of the Women's Six Nations, a point separates England and France at the top of the table. Her…
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Kim Ekin
27 Apr 2023, 10:21
Simon Middleton weighs in on whether the Red Roses should have a female head coach
The Red Roses face a Grand Slam showdown against France at Twickenham on Saturday.
Marlie Packer recovers from injury to lead England in Grand Slam decider
Marlie Packer captains the Red Roses as England name their squad to take on France in Saturday’s TikTok Women’s Six Nations Gr…
How did Scotland secure their first win after 14 months of heartbreak?
How did Scotland pull off their first win in over a year? What did they get right that they didn’t in the first three rounds of …
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Will Owen
26 Apr 2023, 3:15
A lot of tears: The emotional rollercoaster that was Round 4
Round four proved an emotional rollercoaster with all the soars, plummets, and loop-the-loops which usually only come accompanied …
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Claire Thomas
25 Apr 2023, 9:46
France set up Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam showdown with England
France will take on England in a Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam decider at Twickenham next weekend.
Lana Skeldon try sees off Italy as Scotland claim first Women’s Six Nations win
Scotland hooker Lana Skeldon crossed late on to end Italy’s resistance and secure a maiden win of the 2023 Tik Tok Women’s Six…
England hammer Ireland despite scrappy peformance in Cork
Ireland made life difficult for England until falling away in the final 10 minutes at Musgrave Park.
Will the Celtic nations ever catch the Red Roses?
England are streets ahead of their Celtic cousins and that is hurting the credibility of the Six Nations, but they are desperately…
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Martyn Thomas
22 Apr 2023, 3:21
Three Irish changes made for Round 4 England encounter in Cork
Ireland Head Coach Greg McWilliams has named his Ireland Match Day Squad, for Saturday's TikTok Women's Six Nations clash against …
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Kim Ekin
20 Apr 2023, 11:25
2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations: Round Three TikTok Top Picks
The TikTok Women's Six Nations was back with a bang after the Easter break. Here are TikTok's ‘Top Picks’ from Round Three of …
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Kim Ekin
19 Apr 2023, 10:22
England name team for Ireland in Cork with key players back from injury
Natasha Hunt makes her first appearance of the tournament at scrum half with Morwenna Talling and Helena Rowland also returning f…
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Lucy Lomax
19 Apr 2023, 9:05
Scotland versus Italy: The Blockbuster we didn't know we needed
Last weekend’s Six Nations action managed to showcase some superb athletes and a few highly entertaining flashes, but not a sing…
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Claire Thomas
19 Apr 2023, 5:15
Rosie Galligan: How can we make it acceptable to wear white and players to feel OK wearing white?
We have seen a lot in the news recently about periods in sport. If a team wants to change the colour of their shorts to make them …
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Rosie Galligan
18 Apr 2023, 11:24
Insane running lines, rib crunching tackles, changes of direction- Bravo, Gabrielle Vernier
Analysis: If you were to select a women’s World XV, Gabrielle Vernier would probably be the first name on the team sheet right n…
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Will Owen
18 Apr 2023, 8:13
The daughter of a “rugby daft” farming family: Emma Orr on “whirlwind” first year
Emma Orr's assured performances at outside-centre – a position she had never played prior to making her Test debut against Wale…
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Martyn Thomas
17 Apr 2023, 12:49
TikTok Women's Six Nations: France run riot against Scotland
France Women's team put in a dominant display against Scotland Women in their TikTok Women's Six Nations as they won by 55-0 at St…
Italy off the mark with Women's Six Nations win over Ireland
Italy secured their first win in the 2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations with a 24-7 victory over Ireland, in a match held at Stadio…
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Kim Ekin
15 Apr 2023, 15:11
Nine-try England thrash Wales to remain on course for Six Nations Grand Slam
England saw nine different players score tries in front of a record-breaking crowd at Cardiff Arms Park.
Brown: 'You’re like ‘why?’, it was literally for nothing'
Now retired from the sport, Brown was one of the members of that World Cup squad and she admitted the loss was initially difficult…
Wales captain Hannah Jones feeling the benefits of full-time contracts
Jones’ side host England in a huge Women’s Six Nations clash this weekend.
More than meets the eye: How Wales could triumph in defeat against England
Rose thorns tend to make light work of feathers. Since England went professional, they’ve faced Wales four times, with an averag…
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Claire Thomas
14 Apr 2023, 3:39
Analysis: 'Give Wales' front row the freedom of Port Talbot- or anything they ask for'
It's been a long time since Welsh fans were treated to a properly world-class front row. Ever since Gethin Jenkins, Matthew Rees a…
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Will Owen
13 Apr 2023, 2:55
Unbeaten England change three for their round three trip to Wales
Unbeaten England have made three changes to their TikTok Women's Six Nations team to travel to Wales this Saturday following their…
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Liam Heagney
12 Apr 2023, 12:40
New menstrual cycle tracking technology used by Wales during Six Nations
New landmark technology has been introduced to allow Wales Women to analyse how the menstrual cycle impacts performance, wellbeing…
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Lucy Lomax
12 Apr 2023, 7:37
'I know how common ACL injury is. I was on my period for the game. You start questioning things.'
“I know how common it (the injury) is. I was on my period for the game when I got injured. Did that have an impact on the laxity…
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Lucy Lomax
11 Apr 2023, 10:39
'There are a lot of gay women in rugby... there are a lot of straight women in rugby'
Scotland’s first professionally contracted player is currently recovering from ankle surgery.
Rosie Galligan column: Bed pans, morphine, and the rehab bandwagon
The last week has been quite tough in all honesty, not being able to drive and being stuck with a 60-degree angle on your leg is a…
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Rosie Galligan
06 Apr 2023, 6:05
TikTok Women's Six Nations Top Picks: Round Two
Talking points from round 2 of the TikTok Women's Six Nations include England's pulsating back three running in tries for fun, Chl…
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Kim Ekin
05 Apr 2023, 10:41
Analysis: How fly-half Holly Aitchison has unlocked England's attack this Six Nations
This Six Nations, in the middle of the action is fly-half Holly Aitchison. She hasn’t grabbed many headlines, but the scorelines…
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Will Owen
04 Apr 2023, 3:54
Abby Dow scores four tries as England run in 12 to thump Italy
England returned to the top of the Six Nations table.
Wales make it two wins from two with pulsating victory over Scotland
Sisilia Tuipulotu and Gwenllian Pyrs scored two tries apiece as Wales triumphed 34-22 against Scotland in Edinburgh and went top o…
TV comments after Ireland Women's mauling branded 'condescending'
Irish television commentators have been accused of being condescending towards the Ireland Women's team following their painful 53…
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Ian Cameron
01 Apr 2023, 13:20
14-woman France tot up ugly scoreline against Ireland
Ireland suffered a second straight Six Nations defeat after being thrashed 53-3 by France.
England make three changes, including a debut for Delaney Burns
England have named a team to face Italy this Sunday in the TikTok women’s Six Nations which shows three changes from last weeken…
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Liam Heagney
30 Mar 2023, 11:52
Elinor Snowsill: 'You have to be successful to capture the hearts of a nation'
Elinor Snowsill: “You have to be successful to capture the hearts of a nation, I suppose, or at least perform. And hopefully we'…
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Martyn Thomas
30 Mar 2023, 9:01
Analysis: Wales' win over Ireland- Brilliant Tactics, Structure and Defence
In round one, it was evident that Wales had no interest in messing around in their own half, even when they’re three or four tri…
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Will Owen
29 Mar 2023, 10:15
'When I learnt about my injury, I just started crying. This was my time to step up.'
Each round, throughout the TikTok Women's Six Nations, RugbyPass will be speaking to England lock Rosie Galligan who is currently …
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Rosie Galligan
28 Mar 2023, 7:52
TikTok Women's Six Nations Top Picks: Round One
The TikTok Women's Six Nations was back with a bang this weekend. We have selected some of the best moments, in collaboration with…
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Lucy Lomax
28 Mar 2023, 7:09
France leave it late to claim win over Italy in Six Nations opener
In an evenly matched affair, France left it late to claim victory over Italy by 12-22 in Parma in the first round of the 2023 TikT…
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Lucy Lomax
26 Mar 2023, 12:13
Sarah Hunter bows out in style as England hammer Scotland
Hunter signed off on her rugby career with a commanding win on home soil at Kingston Park.
Ruthless first-half performance decisive as Wales see off Ireland
Wales opened their TikTok Six Nations campaign with a dominant 31-5 victory against Ireland at the Cardiff Arms Park. The hosts se…
Ireland name team for TikTok Women's Six Nations Opener
Ireland Head Coach Greg McWilliams has named his match day squad for Saturday’s TikTok Women’s Six Nations clash against Wales…
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Lucy Lomax
23 Mar 2023, 10:35
England name Six Nations team with 7 changes from World Cup final
Simon Middleton has named an England team to face Scotland in Saturday’s TikTok Women’s Six Nations which shows seven changes …
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Liam Heagney
22 Mar 2023, 13:33
Who can step up to 'world class' status this Women's Six Nations?
The TikTok Women's Six Nations kicks off this weekend. We ask, which established players are looking to make one more step up to …
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Will Owen
22 Mar 2023, 7:22
What would a potential women's British & Irish Lions XV look like?
If a team were to be picked today on the assumption that all eligible players are healthy and available and with a criterion that …
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Adam Julian
19 Mar 2023, 19:15
'Complete blame': Thompson opens up on World Cup final loss that still haunts
England winger Lydia Thompson has opened up about the distressing World Cup final loss to New Zealand last November.
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Kim Ekin
15 Mar 2023, 16:41
Ireland statement: Women's team to stop wearing white shorts
A permanent switch to navy shorts has been agreed by the Ireland women’s team ahead of this month’s opening round in the TikTo…
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Liam Heagney
14 Mar 2023, 6:47
Scotland Women in a good place ahead of Six Nations campaign
Scotland head coach Bryan Easson believes his side are entering a “fresh, exciting period” ahead of the Six Nations.
Wales announce squad for TikTok Women's Six Nations
Wales Women's Head coach Ioan Cunningham has named his senior squad for the upcoming TikTok Six Nations.
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Lucy Lomax
08 Mar 2023, 9:46
'IWD is still needed, but sportswomen are being valued more highly'
'I’ve had a few moments in the past year where I’ve been overwhelmed by the growth of the women's game. I was only playing for…
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Kat Merchant
08 Mar 2023, 6:43
England announce training squad for 2023 TikTok Women's Six Nations
England Women's Head coach Simon Middleton has named a 42-player training squad for the 2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations, made up…
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Lucy Lomax
02 Mar 2023, 8:00
Ireland name 32-Player Squad For TikTok Women's Six Nations
Ireland Women's Head Coach Greg McWilliams has today named a 32-player Ireland squad for the TikTok Women’s Six Nations, with th…
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Lucy Lomax
01 Mar 2023, 10:19
Ireland scrumhalf reveals brain haemorrhage ordeal
The 26-year-old admits her rehabilitation will “take some time”.
RFU introduces new policy for pregnant rugby players
England players contracted to the Rugby Football Union are to benefit from a new maternity policy that includes 26 weeks of leave …
RFU statement: England women's team coaching staff update
Backs coach Scott Bemand is to leave his role with the England women’s rugby team after the 2023 Six Nations, but forwards coach…
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Liam Heagney
15 Feb 2023, 6:01
Simon Middleton to step down as England head coach
The RFU have confirmed that England Women head coach Simon Middleton will step down following 2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations.
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Ian Cameron
06 Feb 2023, 8:59
If the men don't want it, give the opportunity to the women
Rugby does not really exist in the realm of Netflix which makes this Six Nations documentary series a huge opportunity to find som…
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Ben Smith
31 Jan 2023, 20:38
Rugby's next frontier at hand as records tumble and big questions loom
Women's rugby could be the game's next great frontier on a weekend when records fell, losing streaks ended and huge questions were…
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Garry Doyle Jamie Lyall
02 May 2022, 7:44
Four England questions as the World Cup approaches
The Red Roses will arrive in New Zealand as favourites to win the tournament.
England beat France to secure Grand Slam in Bayonne
Two tries from Bristol prop Sarah Bern helped England claim the Grand Slam with a 24-12 victory over France in ‘Le Crunch’ in …
Six Nations history repeats itself as Wales lose to Italy in Cardiff
Wales secured a third-place finish in the TikTok Women’s Six Nations Championship despite being beaten 10-8 by Italy at Cardiff …
Breach resorts to scrum cap after gruesome injury
Jess Breach is to wear a scrum cap for the first time when England face France in Saturday’s Grand Slam decider to protect the g…
France v England Women: Grand Slam showdown
They seismic battle between France and England will go some way to giving a psychological edge ahead of this year's World Cup. The…
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Will Owen
29 Apr 2022, 4:31
'Hopefully we will come back and say 2022 was that catalyst year'
Future generations will look back on 2022 as a catalyst year for the TikTok Women’s Six Nations and women’s rugby, according t…
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Kim Ekin
28 Apr 2022, 10:10
England make one change for Saturday's Grand Slam decider
Emily Scarratt will lead England into their Grand Slam decider against France on Saturday in the absence of Sarah Hunter. Hunter s…
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Kim Ekin
28 Apr 2022, 8:46
Hunter 'withdrawn' from England squad for Six Nations decider
England have suffered a blow in the build-up to their TikTok Women’s Six Nations clash with France after captain Sarah Hunter wa…
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Kim Ekin
26 Apr 2022, 10:25
'Free eye lift' - England player posts graphic image of head injury
England player Jess Breach has posted a shot of the gruesome aftermath of a collision she was involved in her side's Tik Tok Women…
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Ian Cameron
25 Apr 2022, 9:36
England obliterate Ireland in front of record Women's Six Nations crowd
A record crowd of 15,836 at Leicester’s Mattioli Woods Welford Road were treated to 11 tries.
Scotland Women beaten by Italy to fall to bottom of Six Nations standings
Scotland slipped to the bottom of the TikTok Women’s Six Nations standings with a 20-13 defeat to Italy in Parma.
France Women keep up Grand Slam bid with comfortable win over Wales
Les Bleues scrum-half Laure Sansus claimed two tries at Cardiff Arms Park.
Why are England so far ahead of the rest?
The results so far in this year’s TikTok Women's Six Nations have shown just how far ahead England are. Here we analyse why.
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Kat Merchant
20 Apr 2022, 6:32
How do the Red Roses train in the gym and what's their physical preparation approach?
S&C coach Alex Martin joined the England Women’s set-up in autumn 2020, and explains how his role with the Red Roses is to decip…
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Lucy Lomax
14 Apr 2022, 7:00
What have we learnt from the 2022 TikTok Women's Six Nations so far?
We have seen over half of the 2022 TikTok Women's Six Nations fly past, but what have we learnt from the opening three rounds?
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Lucy Lomax
13 Apr 2022, 9:35
Ireland Women get Six Nations campaign up and running
Ireland Women kick-started their Six Nations campaign with a comfortable 29-8 victory over Italy in Cork.
Wales Rising: A Six Nations Cinderella Story
Wales’ win over Ireland in round one marked their first Six Nations victory since 2019. With two wooden spoons in two years, Wel…
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Charlie Willett
08 Apr 2022, 5:22
The quiet genius of Jaz Joyce
The Wales Women flyer brings X-Factor to Ioan Cunningham's squad and she has been integral to their stellar start to the Six Natio…
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Owain Jones
06 Apr 2022, 17:14
Emily Scarratt reaches England half-century in rout of Italy
Emily Scarratt scored her 50th England try as Italy were thrashed 74-0 in their TikTok Women’s Six Nations clash in Parma.
Wales hit back to defeat Scotland and claim second Women's Six Nations win
Wales claimed their second victory of the TikTok Women’s Six Nations but were made to work hard once again in a 24-19 win over S…
Ireland swept aside in Women's Six Nations as France claim convincing win
Ireland are still searching for their first win of the TikTok Women’s Six Nations after being overwhelmed 40-5 by France in Toul…
New-look Ireland aren't panicking about playing France, explains Higgins
Ireland fell to a 19-27 home defeat to Wales in their opening game of the Women’s Six Nations, with outside centre Eve Higgins e…
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Lucy Lomax
30 Mar 2022, 10:04
France make perfect start to Women's Six Nations with victory over Italy
France made the perfect start to their Women’s Six Nations campaign with a 39-6 victory over Italy.
Wales shock Ireland a year after suffering a 45-0 Six Nations loss
Wales made an impressive start to their TikTok Women’s Six Nations campaign by fighting back to beat Ireland 27-19 at the RDS Ar…
No stopping England as Packer hat-trick extends win streak to 19
A Marlie Packer hat-trick helped England begin their TikTok Women’s Six Nations campaign with a 57-5 thrashing of Scotland. Simo…
All you need to know for the TikTok Women's Six Nations round one
The TikTok Women's Six Nations kicks off this Saturday with a new title sponsor and comprehensive broadcast deals that will have a…
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Charlie Willett
25 Mar 2022, 9:45
Who are the Women's Six Nations Ones to Watch?
With the TikTok Women’s Six Nations kicking off on Saturday in its own window from the men’s tournament, we speak to former En…
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Kat Merchant
24 Mar 2022, 8:20
England name their team for Saturday's women's Six Nations opener
England coach Simon Middleton has named his team for Saturday’s TikTok Women’s Six Nations opener against Scotland in Edinburg…
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Kim Ekin
24 Mar 2022, 7:29
Hunt recalled as Middleton names Red Roses squad
England head coach Simon Middleton has named a 40-player training squad for the 2022 TikTok Women’s Six Nations with a recall fo…
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Nick Heath
07 Mar 2022, 9:59
IRFU apologise to players as World Cup review recommendations drop
The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) is to increase its funding into the women’s game by £830,000 annually following a review …
Predicting Monday's England Six Nations training squad
Ahead of the start of the TikTok Women’s 6 Nations in three weeks, England head coach Simon Middleton will name his training squ…
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Nick Heath
03 Mar 2022, 14:36
Ireland women's coach steps down with immediate effect
The director of rugby of Ireland's Sevens and Ireland Women's Rugby teams, Anthony Eddy, has stepped down from his role with immed…
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Ian Cameron
03 Mar 2022, 10:34
Why players need help making most of TikTok opportunity
After what seems like forever, the Women’s Six Nations finally has its first partnership; TikTok. It’s a move in my eyes which…
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Rachael Burford
10 Feb 2022, 6:59
TikTok Women's Six Nations: Scrolling into 2022
Yesterday morning news arrived that the Women’s Six Nations tournament officially broke its sponsorship virginity aligning with …
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Stella Mills
28 Jan 2022, 5:03
Players' union for women in Premier 15s launches to provide support
A players’ union for women is being launched for the first time to provide support to competitors in the Allianz Premier 15s.
25 players to be contracted by WRU in major women's game shake-up
The WRU is set to offer its first contracts to female players as part of a major investment in its Wales women’s performance pro…
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Kim Ekin
03 Nov 2021, 9:12
Technically, everything Mark Clattenburg said was factually correct
After the sporting world came out to condemn Mark Clattenburg’s comments regarding female referees and pregnancy, I can’t help…
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Stella Mills
08 Oct 2021, 4:36
'I looked at the circle of players around me and every single one cringed'
I distinctively remember the chairman of a previous rugby club walking over to our team and saying “Ladies, I just wanted to int…
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Stella Mills
22 Jul 2021, 4:48
Excluding trans women from rugby doesn't feel right
In 2020, World Rugby was the first international federation to create a policy that specifically excluded trans women from competi…
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Stella Mills
25 Jun 2021, 13:55
Ireland internationals call time on careers
Ireland Women pair Hannah Tyrrell and Katie Fitzhenry have announced their respective retirements from international rugby.
'Regardless of the result on Sunday, I am proud of every single one of my teammates'
What a weekend for women’s rugby, I mentioned last week that rugby fans were in for a real treat with the semi-finals and wow, d…
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Rachael Burford
27 May 2021, 7:06
Social media blackout actually hurt women's rugby
Two weekends ago individuals were encouraged to boycott all social media platforms in an attempt to show solidarity against abuse …
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Stella Mills
10 May 2021, 8:53
England's clash with France abandoned due to floodlight failure in Lille
England Women’s clash with France in Lille was abandoned after 62 minutes due to a floodlight failure.
England's Poppy Cleall named 2021 Six Nations player of the championship
Poppy Cleall was nominated for the Six Nations award alongside fellow England forward Zoe Aldcroft and Caroline Boujard of France.
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RugbyPass
29 Apr 2021, 10:32
Scotland see off Wales to finish fifth in Women's Six Nations
Scotland claimed a 27-20 play-off victory over Wales at Scotstoun to clinch fifth place in the Women’s Six Nations.
The day Maggie Alphonsi flattened a young Owen Farrell in front of Eddie Jones
Former England flanker Maggie Alphonsi had a reputation in her playing days, as a hard-hitting, no-nonsense forward but it was in …
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Ian Cameron
24 Apr 2021, 12:30
England claim third successive Women's Six Nations title by edging past France
Poppy Cleall’s try on the stroke of half-time put England in the box seat.
Video: Ireland claim third spot in Six Nations after easing past Italy
Under pressure Ireland finished their Women's Six Nations campaign on a winning note, defeating Italy in the third-place playoff i…
'Unfortunately when I was growing up my role models were male-dominated because that's all we saw on TV'
The 25-year-old is one of nine professional or semi-professional players in the Scotland set-up.
Alphonsi: Expect the unexpected in Women's Six Nations Super Saturday
Former World Cup winner Maggie Alphonsi has given her prediction for the Women’s Six Nations final on Saturday, as England seek …
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Josh Raisey
23 Apr 2021, 5:01
Captain Manuela Furlan scores hat-trick as Italy cruise to win over Scotland
Manuela Furlan scored a hat-trick as Italy cruised to a 41-20 win over Scotland in their Women’s Six Nations clash.
France hammer Ireland to set up Six Nations title decider versus England
Ireland had hopes of causing a Women's Six Nations upset in Dublin but they were blown away by France who now meet England in the …
'Rugby has no gender' - Ugo Monye on being a male ally for women's rugby
Ugo Monye, the former England and Harlequins player, is taking some time out of his busy schedule to talk about why he decided to …
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Milly McEvoy
15 Apr 2021, 12:02
Ireland the latest to put a big score Wales in Women's Six Nations
Ireland thrashed Wales 45-0 in their Women’s Six Nations clash at Cardiff Arms Park.
England book Women's Six Nations final berth with another massive scoreline
The fixture marked the long-awaited return of Sarah Hunter from injury.
Box kicking hang time, fastest pass and numerous other new statistics unveiled following secret smart ball trial last weekend
It has been revealed by the Six Nations that smart ball technology was trialled last weekend in the England versus Scotland round …
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Sam Smith
09 Apr 2021, 6:23
England make eight changes for their Italian job, including a recall for fit-again skipper Sarah Hunter
Fresh from last weekend's comfortable win over Scotland, defending Six Nations champions England have made eight changes to face I…
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Sam Smith
08 Apr 2021, 6:34
'It's important for us to normalise women and girls in rugby and to show a clear and exciting pathway within the game'
Former England international Rachael Burford’s Girls Rugby Club has completely sold out of places at four of its Easter camps in…
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RugbyPass
05 Apr 2021, 8:10
Torrid weekend in France for Wales Women shows huge failings at WRU
At Swansea University, I was part of the same rugby club as current Wales Women Cara Hope, Natalia John, Robyn Lock and Courtney K…
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Jess Hayden
05 Apr 2021, 7:37
France open Women's Six Nations campaign with Wales thrashing
France started their Women’s Six Nations campaign by brushing aside Wales 53-0 in Vannes, where Caroline Boujard score an early …
Eight-try England get Six Nations title defence off to a flyer against Scotland
Defending champions England ran in eight tries against Scotland, with sisters Poppy and Bryony Cleall both scoring in a dominant d…
'Everyone is saying it will be an England and France final': How the start to the women's Six Nations is shaping up
Defending champions England go into this year’s revamped tournament having not lost a Six Nations match since France beat them i…
'It's a big thing for women's rugby' - Rachael Burford on Six Nations, live TV and Fantasy XV
A massive few weeks for the Women's Six Nations starts with England vs Scotland this Saturday and Rachael Burford can't wait to se…
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Rachael Burford
01 Apr 2021, 12:02
England and Scotland name teams for Saturday's opening round Six Nations match
The wait for the 2021 Women's Six Nations is nearly over with champions England and Scotland naming their XVs for Saturday's openi…
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Sam Smith
01 Apr 2021, 6:47
Women's Six Nations Fantasy XV
The Women's Six Nations kicks off this weekend with England hosting Scotland and RugbyPass has chosen a Fantasy XV of players to w…
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Jess Hayden
30 Mar 2021, 13:41
'I'm going to play for England one day, what are you going to do?': How Zoe Harrison dealt with her name-calling secondary school bullies
Zoe Harrison always wanted to become an England rugby star and no amount of name-calling at school was going to ruin her dream.
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Liam Heagney
28 Mar 2021, 6:00
'I wish I was twenty again... I guarantee there are international players who were planning on retiring who now won't'
Last week, a new global women’s rugby competition was announced by World Rugby, called WXV. It will take place every Autumn from…
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Rachael Burford
26 Mar 2021, 8:16
'I literally just turned to my Mum and said 'I could do that. I could rock on that pitch right now!'
Shaunagh Brown looked at me strangely when I said she reminded me of Mr Benn, the book and cartoon character that used to occupy a…
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Jess Hayden
22 Mar 2021, 14:00
World Rugby's WXV a 'massive step forward'
Captain of Scotland Women Rachel Malcolm has said the new WXV tournament that was announced this week is a “massive step forward…
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Josh Raisey
18 Mar 2021, 9:59
'If the clubs want elite women's rugby, we should be looked after'
This week, Wales forward player Alisha Butchers had to fundraise to cover the cost of ankle surgery following ligament damage sust…
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Jess Hayden
08 Mar 2021, 11:05
International player cap would damage women's rugby
In a weekend of controversy in the men’s game, it skipped general attention that the women’s game celebrated a few firsts.
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Jess Hayden
01 Mar 2021, 13:14
'In my car crying. Hope you're happy' - BBC pundit Tweets after trolls send online abuse
BBC journalist Sonja McLaughlin says she has been left in tears after trolls hounded her on social media in the aftermath today's …
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Ian Cameron
27 Feb 2021, 16:41
'We can, and should, challenge women commentators who are poor in knowledge and delivery'
I started commentating on men’s and women’s rugby three years ago, after being given the advice to get a broadcast coach.
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Rachael Burford
25 Feb 2021, 14:43
Premier 15s salary cap increase tipping women's rugby towards becoming fully professional
This week, the RFU agreed to double the amount that clubs can spend on players in the Premier 15s. Originally, the salary cap was …
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Jess Hayden
15 Feb 2021, 14:46
New Women's Six Nations format could be trial run for male equivalent
Horrific sexist, racist, homophobic and misogynistic abuse experienced by the pundits and commentators of Saturday’s Six Nations…
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Jess Hayden
08 Feb 2021, 12:04
'If Owen Farrell suddenly Tweeted asking his followers to watch the women's game, they would immediately suspect he had been put up to it'
In the last few weeks, women’s rugby fans have showed their support of the #ICare movement founded by Bristol Bears player Stef …
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Rachael Burford
04 Feb 2021, 14:12
Dates confirmed for rescheduled women's and U20s Six Nations
There was much disappointment last month when the women's and U20s Six Nations tournaments were postponed but they have now been r…
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Online Editors
03 Feb 2021, 9:54
Rachael Burford: In rugby, players are punished for showing their true selves
Rugby must learn from other sports and start promoting itself by allowing its players to let their hair down and show their true c…
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Rachael Burford
19 Jan 2021, 14:26
Male rugby stars need to help women's game stand up to trolls
Last week was a big week for women’s rugby, with reactions to the postponement of the Women’ Six Nations leading to the #ICare…
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Jess Hayden
18 Jan 2021, 11:13
Welsh international Tweets response to 'I don't care' rugby trolls
A new social media campaign has started in response to the online abuse and trolling women’s rugby has received over the past we…
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Josh Raisey
15 Jan 2021, 11:38
Postponement should give Women's Six Nations long-overdue shake-up
The postponement of the Women’s Six Nations has been all but confirmed, with the tournament now set to take place in April/May 2…
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Jess Hayden
11 Jan 2021, 13:37
Women's Six Nations set to be postponed
The Women’s Six Nations is set to be postponed as a result of the escalating coronavirus crisis at a time when uncertainty conti…
Rachael Burford: 2021 is the year for women's rugby
2021 is set to be a monumental year for women’s rugby. We have the Women’s Six Nations in February, Sevens at the Olympics thi…
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Rachael Burford
07 Jan 2021, 13:45
Sexism and online abuse are alive and well in rugby union
If you think sexism and online abuse of women is a 'football thing', than think again. Rugby union is by no means immune, write Je…
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Jess Hayden
04 Jan 2021, 12:28
Scotland Women appoint Bryan Easson as permanent head coach
Bryan Easson has been appointed head coach of Scotland Women full-time after leading the team on an interim basis for the past few…
Reaction to uncomfortable truth about concussion in women's rugby shows hope for the game
Last week, I wrote about ongoing research from Dr Elisabeth Williams at Swansea University, which found that concussion is likely …
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Jess Hayden
21 Dec 2020, 14:31
Bored of endless kick-tennis? Women's rugby might be the answer you didn't know you were looking for
Whether you loved it or hated it, it was a tournament that sparked more debate between rugby union fans than any other in recent m…
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Jess Hayden
07 Dec 2020, 12:04
I fear fewer women will take up rugby post-pandemic
Last week, I virtually attended The Sunday Times Sportswomen of the Year Awards, an annual celebration of the best women across al…
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Jess Hayden
30 Nov 2020, 13:40
England empty entire bench in one go to bag sensational late win over France
Emily Scarratt’s last-gasp penalty capped a sensational comeback from England, who overturned a 23-10 deficit to beat France 25-…
England power to victory over France with dominant second-half display
England Women powered to a 33-10 win over France after a dominant second-half display. Amy Cokayne, Jess Breach and Alex Matthews …
Remaining Women's Six Nations fixtures cancelled, World Cup qualifiers postponed
The amateur status of women's rugby has been a stumbling block in getting the 2020 Six Nations and World Cup qualifiers completed.…
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Online Editors
10 Nov 2020, 6:13
England secure Grand Slam after hammering Italy in Women's Six Nations finale
The Red Roses were crowned champions last weekend, and wrapped up the Grand Slam with a convincing win on Sunday.
'Fitting reward' of title won't make England lose focus, insists Simon Middleton
England retained the women’s Six Nations with a game to spare thanks to Scotland’s draw with France on Sunday.
England crowned champions after France held to draw by Scotland in Glasgow
England have been crowned 2020 Women’s Six Nations champions after France were held to a 13-13 draw by Scotland at Scotstoun Sta…
Ireland fight back to beat Italy as Women's Six Nations resumes in Dublin
Ireland fought back to beat Italy 21-7 as the Women’s Six Nations Championship resumed in Dublin.
Danielle Waterman: 'It's hard not to get fed-up' - The bizarrely small salary cap holding back the women's game in England
Former England international Danielle Waterman has criticised the minuscule RFU imposed salary cap that is she believes is hinderi…
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Ian Cameron
28 Sep 2020, 7:03
Dates set for remaining Women's Six Nations fixtures
Dates have been announced for the remaining 2020 Women’s Six Nations games. The competition, halted earlier this year because of…
'That's ideology, not science' - Renowned sports scientist steps in on transwomen in rugby debate
Sports scientist Ross Tucker has waded into the debate over the participation of transwomen in rugby and the safety concerns aroun…
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Ian Cameron
24 Aug 2020, 13:48
Six Nations/PRO14 confirms more matches are off next weekend and beyond
Officials have followed up Monday’s announcement that the France versus Ireland men’s tournament finale has been postponed by …
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Online Editors
10 Mar 2020, 10:00
Ireland claim narrow victory in their Women's Six Nations opener
Teenager Beibhinn Parsons scored a brilliant intercept try as Ireland began their Women’s Six Nations campaign with a tense 18-1…
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 15:36
Wales slip up against Italy in Women's Six Nations
Wales let slip a half-time lead against Italy to begin their Women’s Six Nations campaign with a 19-15 home loss.
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Online Editors
02 Feb 2020, 13:57
England 'unbelievably hungry' - Farrell
Owen Farrell says England have "huge motivation" to make further strides in the Six Nations as they prepare to "go after every tea…
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Peter Thompson
31 Jan 2018, 11:37
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