Premiership Women's Rugby | News & Interviews

Edel McMahon to miss season after knee surgeries, eyes 2026-27 return.

Edel McMahon to miss season after double surgery

Exeter Chiefs Women flanker Edel McMahon will miss the rest of the Premiership Women’s Rugby season and Ireland’s international fixtures as she recovers from two knee operations.

Jodie Ounsley Interview: Changing misconceptions, women’s rugby on the rise, and life as “Fury”

Ounsley, who was part of the BBC’s coverage for the recent Women’s World Cup, continues to be a shining light when it comes to changing perceptions and championing women’s rugby.

Olivia Apps signs for Saracens as injury cover

Saracens Women have announced the signing of Canadian international Olivia Apps as injury cover for the 2025-26 season.

Canada’s McKinley Hunt to step away from Saracens

McKinley Hunt to make Saracens exit

Canadian prop McKinley Hunt has announced she is stepping away from professional rugby with Saracens, following her club and international commitments.

Leicester Tigers' Feury embraces underdog energy in new season

Tess Feury embraces underdog role as Tigers launch new era with fresh faces.

England forward Bryony Cleall retires after final Saracens game.

Bryony Cleall announces rugby retirement

England international Bryony Cleall has confirmed she will retire from rugby this weekend, bringing down the curtain on a 27-year playing career.

Ugo Monye: 'This might be the most enjoyable World Cup I’ve worked on'

Interview: Monye reflects on the Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, looks ahead to the last four, and explains why this tournament has already had an impact both personally and more broadly.

Scotland’s World Cup exit signals change but also opportunity

Changes are coming for Scotland, but TRU's Gary Heatly has highlighted five young stars who can play big roles in the future.

Scotland's Francesca McGhie aims to make her mark at Women’s World Cup

During the last World Cup, the flying winger was working at a school just outside Edinburgh. Now she is taking all the lessons learnt from her exciting, fledgling rugby career into Scotland's campaign.

The dominant return of the England Students Women’s side can only be a good thing for Red Roses pathway

With a home World Cup just days away, the triumphant return of the England Students Women’s programme was a resounding success – and could offer another pathway for future Red Roses.

Loughborough's Becky Boyd starting to find her voice and aiming to make some noise at the World Cup

Quiet achiever Becky Boyd has gone from an unexpected Six Nations debut to earning a place in Scotland’s Rugby World Cup squad, impressing teammates and coaches with her power, work rate, and character.

Deborah Wills returns to Saracens for 2025/26 season

Saracens have confirmed the return of winger Deborah Wills ahead of the 2025/26 Premiership Women’s Rugby season.

Lucy Weaver Interview: Embracing new opportunities with England Students and Leicester Tigers

The 21-year-old says she is ‘very thankful’ to be a part of the reformed England Students Women’s programme as one of Leicester’s new recruits looks to the future with optimism.

Premiership Women’s Rugby has announced its complete fixture schedule for the 2025/26 season.

PWR fixtures for 2025/26 season confirmed

Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR) has announced its complete fixture schedule for the 2025–26 season

Amelia Tutt signs with Saracens for upcoming season

Saracens have confirmed the signing of back-three player Amelia Tutt ahead of the new season.

Scott Lawson named Bristol Bears Women Head Coach

Ex-Scotland hooker Scott Lawson takes charge of Bristol Bears Women ahead of 2025/26 season.

Women’s BUCS Super Rugby Final Preview: A new queen of university rugby is ready to be crowned

Following the domination of Hartpury, it is now time for one of Loughborough or Cardiff Met to become the best in the land.

Dave Ward to leave Bristol Bears Women this summer

Bristol Bears Women head coach Dave Ward to step down at season's end for a new coaching opportunity.

Trophy cabinet continues to grow at Gloucester-Hartpury but ‘warrior queens’ are hungry for more

After adding another university title to their list of honours, Gloucester-Hartpury turn their attention to the showpiece prize - a third successive Premiership Women’s Rugby crown.

The breach occurred during the match between Trailfinders RFC and Loughborough Lightning on October 13, 2024.

RFU sanctions Loughborough Lightning over regulation breach

Loughborough Lightning face suspended five-point deduction for breaching Premiership Women’s Rugby regulation on player safety.

Ellie Kildunne has won 46 caps for the Red Roses

Ellie Kildunne signs multi-year contract with Harlequins

Harlequins star Ellie Kildunne, World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year, extends her stay with the club in a multi-year deal.

Ilona Maher's impact is already being felt at Bristol - and her arrival could be a landmark moment for the sport

The USA sevens sensation has put pen to paper on a move to Premiership Women’s Rugby and the fervour around her arrival at Bristol Bears - and into the English game - is very much underway.

Dave Ward and Tom Luke to remain with Bristol at least until the end of the 2026/27 season.

Bristol Bears Women extend coaching duo’s contracts

Bristol Bears Women extend contracts of Head Coach Dave Ward and Assistant Coach Tom Luke until 2026/27 season.

Exeter Chiefs and Gloucester-Hartpury Dominate, Trailfinders secure narrow win

Premiership Women’s Rugby: Round 5 Review

The fifth round of Premiership Women's Rugby were filled with thrilling displays of skill, tactical execution, and competitive spirit.

Jordan Russell Exclusive: 'Before my move to Leicester, I’d lost the love for rugby'

After starring on the university stage, Russell’s enjoyment for the game didn’t translate into her time with Gloucester-Hartpury but the now Leicester Tigers forward has a smile on her face again.

Sale Sharks Women and Manchester Met: Why collaborative thinking can grow the game in the North-West

Links between PWR clubs and University Rugby aren’t uncommon and Manchester Met hope their relationship with Sale can have similar, successful results.

WXV 3: What to expect from Spain and the Netherlands?

Over the next few weeks, a lot of the attention might be on WXV 1 and England as they look to defend their title but the stakes in WXV 3 are extremely high with spots at next year's World Cup up for grabs.

Elliann Clarke Interview: Former University of Edinburgh prop feels 'a lot more confident' going into WXV 2

Tighthead prop credits the environments at both Scotland and Bristol Bears for her own development as the national side continue to take strides forward.

Red Roses only satisfied as wins over France and New Zealand provide valuable lessons

They may have beaten two of the best nations on the planet and done so with minimal fuss but England know there is still room for improvement if they are to become world champions next year.

'You just have to play the game in front of you and not the name or person'

The top two nations in the world collide on Saturday with more than 40,000 people expected to flock to Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.

Home comforts for Muir and Heard as England begin ‘challenging but exciting’ preparations for WXV defence

The Red Roses head to Vancouver at the end of the month where they will take on USA, New Zealand and Canada in WXV1.

Mike Pope has played 86 times for Cornish Pirates

Exeter Chiefs Women name Mike Pope as new backs coach

Exeter Chiefs Women have announced the appointment of Mike Pope as the new backs coach ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Lilli Ives Campion Interview: The England leader with a bright future

Exclusive: The Under-20s skipper has led her country superbly and after experiencing the Red Roses environment earlier this year, the Loughborough Lightning star is focused on taking the next steps at her own pace.

Alisha Joyce-Butchers: Sometimes you need to step back and realise how far you've come

Interview: After an injury-hit season last year, the Bristol Bears and Wales star has looked back to her very best. Now Joyce-Butchers is hoping to end the term by helping her side create history in the Premiership Women's Rugby final.

Carmen Castellucci Exclusive: A Spanish gem in the Gloucester-Hartpury circus

The Spanish international wasn't sure how many opportunities she would get when she arrived in the West Country but Castellucci has certainly contributed to the Cherry and Whites reaching another Premiership Women's Rugby final.

Oh Canada! Exciting times ahead for de Goede internationally but for now, her focus is all on Saracens

Last month, Sophie de Goede captained her nation to victory against world champions New Zealand but having returned to club duties, the Saracens back-row is targeting domestic success.

Sophie Langford Interview: “This is a clean slate - We aim to get to the final no matter the opposition”

Langford is one of Exeter’s rising stars but if her breakout season is to end with a Premiership Women’s Rugby final, the Chiefs will have to exact their revenge on Gloucester-Hartpury.

Amelia MacDougall Interview: The Saracens emerging talent who is having a season to remember

Exclusive: The lifelong Saracens fan has had a breakthrough year whilst also playing her part in an exciting England Under-20s squad.

Saracens have won their first Allianz Cup Trophy

Saracens clinch Allianz Cup defeating Bristol 31-17 in final

Saracens came up with a strong second half performance as they sealed a 31-17 victory over Bristol Bears in the final of the Allianz Cup at Shaftesbury Park.