Talking Rugby Union brings you the latest news and exclusive interviews from the world of women's rugby including articles from Premiership Women's Rugby and the international scene.
Interview: After earning her first international cap since 2023 against Wales, the Bristol Bears forward will continue in England’s second-row away in Italy.
The showpiece event in the university rugby calendar rolls into Newport once again with Bath looking to cement their dominance, Loughborough hoping for double success and Brunel aiming to break new ground.
TRU’s Elizabeth Cartwright was part of the record crowd at Allianz Stadium as England began their Women’s Six Nations campaign with a win, though injuries to John Mitchell’s depleted side are a worry.
The 31-year-old on her journey with Exeter Chiefs, the club's progression back into the PWR play-offs and representing the Netherlands in the Women's Rugby Europe Championship.
Exclusive: After being named in the Red Roses' Six Nations squad, centre Sarah Parry continues to excite for Harlequins as they aim for a top-four finish in Premiership Women’s Rugby.
The England World Cup winner says she didn’t move back to the North-West to sit in the lower reaches of the PWR table but believes Sale have the foundations to grow on and off the pitch.
The Sale Sharks Women’s defence coach is back in the North-West and working alongside his best friend - and his passion for the region and the game burns brighter than ever.
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.
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.
Saracens Women have announced the signing of Canadian international Olivia Apps as injury cover for the 2025-26 season.
Canadian prop McKinley Hunt has announced she is stepping away from professional rugby with Saracens, following her club and international commitments.
Tess Feury embraces underdog role as Tigers launch new era with fresh faces.
England international Bryony Cleall has confirmed she will retire from rugby this weekend, bringing down the curtain on a 27-year playing career.
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.
Changes are coming for Scotland, but TRU's Gary Heatly has highlighted five young stars who can play big roles in the future.
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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.
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.
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.
Saracens have confirmed the return of winger Deborah Wills ahead of the 2025/26 Premiership Women’s Rugby season.
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 (PWR) has announced its complete fixture schedule for the 2025–26 season
Saracens have confirmed the signing of back-three player Amelia Tutt ahead of the new season.
Ex-Scotland hooker Scott Lawson takes charge of Bristol Bears Women ahead of 2025/26 season.
Following the domination of Hartpury, it is now time for one of Loughborough or Cardiff Met to become the best in the land.
Bristol Bears Women head coach Dave Ward to step down at season's end for a new coaching opportunity.
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.
Loughborough Lightning face suspended five-point deduction for breaching Premiership Women’s Rugby regulation on player safety.
Harlequins star Ellie Kildunne, World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year, extends her stay with the club in a multi-year deal.
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.
Bristol Bears Women extend contracts of Head Coach Dave Ward and Assistant Coach Tom Luke until 2026/27 season.
The fifth round of Premiership Women's Rugby were filled with thrilling displays of skill, tactical execution, and competitive spirit.
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.
Links between PWR clubs and University Rugby aren’t uncommon and Manchester Met hope their relationship with Sale can have similar, successful results.
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.
Tighthead prop credits the environments at both Scotland and Bristol Bears for her own development as the national side continue to take strides forward.
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.
The top two nations in the world collide on Saturday with more than 40,000 people expected to flock to Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
The Red Roses head to Vancouver at the end of the month where they will take on USA, New Zealand and Canada in WXV1.
Exeter Chiefs Women have announced the appointment of Mike Pope as the new backs coach ahead of the 2024/25 season.