Source: World Rugby

Race to qualify for WXV gathers momentum

The first teams to confirm their places in the inaugural WXV competition could be known this weekend if England and France avoid defeat in their penultimate matches in the TikTok Women’s Six Nations 2023 against Ireland and Wales respectively. The first teams to confirm their places in the inaugural WXV competition could be known this

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Only a Year to the WXV – Welcome Changes announced

The WXV starts next year. That’s a thought to get the blood tingling. World Rugby has announced adjustments to the tournament; no great surprise considering how gigantic an operation it is. The three bands remain the same, but the third, WXV3, has been extended from four to six nations. Details below. In their laudable attempt

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Source: INPHO

WXV, a Major Investment in the Future

World Rugby’s project for a new global competition for women’s rugby, the WXV, marks a huge step forward. The financial investment alone, £6.4 million, is enough to confirm the good intentions. Full details here.  It is a first step in the introduction of a global calendar; a time-slot in September and October has been set

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