Pacific Four, Round Two, Christchurch Saturday 17 May It’s not every day you get to see the sides ranked two and three facing off against each other. But with the Pac-4 series, it’s grown easier. Kévin Rouet has called up Courtney O’Donnell, DeLeaka Menin, Claire Gallagher and Emily Tuttosi to start – no surprise there.
England cricket star Sarah Glenn, rugby international and women’s player of the year, Ellie Kildunne and Women’s Super League-winning Lioness, Niamh Charles join forces at The Kia Oval ahead of a huge summer for women’s sport. All three women, who are 25 in 2025, spoke about the importance of female representation on the field and
The Black Ferns seek redemption this Saturday in front of a home crowd in their second Pacific Four Series (PAC4) Test match against Canada at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch, 3.35pm NZT kick-off. Black Ferns selectors have named their match-day 23 which includes rugby stalwart Portia Woodman-Wickliffe on the wing in her first international XVs
Trailfinders have announced the re-signing of Spanish international Cristina Blanco. The 29-year-old has been a key figure for the women’s side since joining as one of the first players during the team’s inaugural season in 2023, bringing experience, physicality and leadership to the forward pack. A former Wasps player, Blanco quickly established herself as a
Harlequins Women have confirmed the arrival of second-row Sophie Tansley from London rivals Saracens. Tansley made 31 appearances during her time in North London and was part of the side that won the Allianz Cup in 2024. Speaking after joining the Club, Tansley explained that she is looking forward to linking up with her new
14th May marks a large stepping-stone towards big events in England. Here are the fixtures awaiting them: England 1. USA 2. Samoa 3. Australia – Pool A Ireland 1. Japan 2. Spain 3. New Zealand – Pool C Scotland 1. Wales 2. Fiji 3. Canada – Pool B Wales 1. Scotland 2. Canada 3. Fiji
Government, host locations and teams celebrate 100 days to go to Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025’s opening match in Sunderland. New Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy introduced to mark an era-defining tournament that will feature representatives from all regional associations for the first time. Unstoppable momentum is building in England with a record 300,000 tickets
No. The two versions are so dissimilar. While the women are looking forward to their first ever tour in 2027, the men had to find room for 137 candles on their latest birthday cake. They have their traditions; the women’s are still in the making. We have experienced the usual reactions to Andy Farrell’s list.
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to announce that Rachel Taylor will join the club’s coaching team ahead of the 2025/26 Premiership Women’s Rugby season. The 41-year-old arrives with a wealth of experience, having spent four years with Sale Sharks, rising to the role of head coach. Taylor made history as becoming the first female coach of
Harlequins Women have announced the signing of talented back-row Megan Barwick ahead of the 2025/26 season. Barwick joins Harlequins from city neighbours Trailfinders Women, having previously played for Bristol Bears. A powerful and abrasive back-row, Barwick is the first new signing to be confirmed by the Club ahead of the new season. Barwick arrives with
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