Premiership Women's Rugby | News & Interviews

JAECOO named Premiership Women's Rugby title partner

JAECOO becomes title partner of Premiership Women’s Rugby, with the league rebranded as JAECOO PWR from 2026/27.

Bristol Bears sign Ellie Kildunne ahead of 2026/27 season

Bristol Bears Women sign Red Roses star Ellie Kildunne ahead of the 2026/27 season in a major boost for their squad.

Rosie Galligan to leave Saracens

Saracens have confirmed that England second row Rosie Galligan will leave the club at the end of the season.

Harlequins Women sign England back-row Marlie Packer from Saracens ahead of the 2026/27 Premiership Women’s Rugby season.

Harlequins sign Marlie Packer

Harlequins Women have confirmed the signing of England back-row Marlie Packer from Saracens ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Amelia Williams Exclusive: Why the Loughborough pathway is helping the promising prop scale new heights

Loughborough Lightning prop Amelia Williams discusses her award-winning season, overcoming injury, England Under-20s and her ambitions for the future.

England full-back Ellie Kildunne will leave Harlequins after five years

Ellie Kildunne to leave Harlequins

Ellie Kildunne will leave Harlequins at the end of the 2025/26 season, bringing her five-year spell with the Premiership Women’s Rugby club to a close.

Leicester Tigers Women have signed Wallaroos forward Tabua Tuinakauvadra ahead of the 2026/27 PWR season.

Leicester Tigers sign Tabua Tuinakauvadra ahead of 2026/27 season

Leicester Tigers Women have confirmed the signing of Wallaroos forward Tabua Tuinakauvadra ahead of the 2026/27 PREM Women’s Rugby season.

Delaney Burns looks to build on Red Roses comeback after three-year wait

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.

'This is the gold medal - this is the one' - Dream endings and history on the line on BUCS Super Rugby finals day

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.

Injury concerns for England after ‘special’ winning start for Red Roses

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.

Linde van der Velden: The experienced Exeter lock with big goals in her sights

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.

“I’ve got a smile on my face every time I play” - Harlequins rising star Sarah Parry

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.

Holly Aitchison Exclusive: It’s massively important to me to hit new heights with Sale

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.

Charlie Beckett Interview: 'To be a very small part of this explosion of women’s sport is amazing'

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.

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.