Women's Rugby

John Mitchell to remain Red Roses coach through 2026?

John Mitchell will continue as England's Red Roses head coach through June 2026, regardless of World Cup outcome.?
29 April 2025

“Ideal” France test underscores England’s continued focus on World Cup

England boss John Mitchell believes their Six Nations grand-slam triumph over France will only help the Red Roses raise their game as thoughts shift to reaching the World Cup final.
28 April 2025

England survive French scare to seal fourth straight Grand Slam

England edge France 43-42 to clinch fourth consecutive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam in a classic.
26 April 2025

Emma Sing replaces injured Kildunne for Grand Slam decider

Emma Sing replaces injured Ellie Kildunne as England face France in Women’s Six Nations Grand Slam clash.
24 April 2025

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe Returns to International Rugby with Eyes on 2025 World Cup

In a major boost for New Zealand rugby, Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has announced her return to the international stage, reversing her decision to retire following the 2024 Paris Olympics.
23 April 2025

McMahon returns as Ireland make five changes for Wales clash

Captain Edel McMahon returns as Ireland make five changes for Six Nations clash with Wales.
18 April 2025

Ireland's Erin King ruled out of Six Nations and World Cup

Erin King sidelined with knee injury, missing Six Nations and World Cup.
17 April 2025

Shekells to start as England make nine changes for Scotland clash

Jade Shekells earns first England start as John Mitchell makes nine changes for Six Nations clash vs Scotland.
16 April 2025

England eventually overpower Ireland 49-5 in Women's Six Nations

The Red Roses maintained their unbeaten run with a dominant second-half performance in Cork despite leading by just two points at break.
12 April 2025

Ireland to host Scotland and Canada ahead of Women's Rugby World Cup

Ireland's women's rugby team will host Scotland and Canada in August as preparation for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup.
11 April 2025

Ireland Women make strategic changes ahead of Six Nations clash with England

Ireland's women's rugby team announces three lineup changes for the Six Nations match against England in Cork.
11 April 2025

Matthews returns as Dow hits 50 for England in crucial Ireland clash

Alex Matthews returns from ban; Abby Dow reaches 50 caps as England face Ireland in Women’s Six Nations clash.
10 April 2025

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.
7 April 2025

Lilli Ives Campion, Mia Venner to debut for Red Roses

Lilli Ives Campion and Mia Venner to make full Red Roses debuts as England face Italy in the Women's Six Nations opener.
20 March 2025

Carol Isherwood named first chair of Lions Women's Committee

Carol Isherwood OBE appointed as the first chair of the Lions Women’s Committee, overseeing the 2027 Lions Women’s Tour to New Zealand.
6 March 2025

Red Roses begin 2025 preparations with January Training Camp

England's Red Roses name 38-player squad for January training camp ahead of the Six Nations and Rugby World Cup.
11 January 2025

Zoe Aldcroft appointed England Women's captain for 2025

Zoe Aldcroft takes over as England Women's captain, replacing Marlie Packer, ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
9 January 2025

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.
13 December 2024

New Zealand confirm 2025 Test match venues

All Blacks and Black Ferns confirm 2025 domestic Test match venues, including a Wellington double-header against top teams.
10 December 2024

Ilona Maher joins Bristol Bears Women

Global star and USA eagles player has signed with Bristol Bears for a three month deal, starting in January.
3 December 2024