The Women’s Rugby World Cup is officially back! With fierce tackles, lightning-fast tries, and nations battling it out for ultimate glory, this year’s tournament promises a thrilling ride from kick-off to final whistle.
Want to get clued up before it all begins? We’ve put together an easy-read handbook packed with all the details, from past winners to this year’s fixtures and everything in between.
Whether you’re a die-hard supporter or just here for the chat, read on and get yourself prepped for all things Rugby World Cup.
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When Does the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Start?
The action, which will take place over six weekends, kicks off on August 22nd. The first match will see England take on the United States in an epic opening clash at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light!
Where will the Women’s Rugby World Cup Take Place?
For the first time since 2010, the World Cup is coming home to the land of the Red Roses, England! This thrilling tournament will journey through seven host cities: York, Manchester, Brighton & Hove, Bristol, Exeter, Northampton, and Sunderland. The champions will finally be crowned in a spectacular showdown at the legendary Allianz Stadium in Twickenham!
All the Women’s Rugby World Cup Fixtures
Pool Stage Schedule:
Friday, August 22nd
England vs United States – 7.30pm
Saturday, August 23rd
Australia vs Samoa – 12.00pm
Scotland vs Wales – 2.45pm
Canada vs Fiji – 5.30pm
France vs Italy – 8.15pm
Sunday, August 24th
Ireland vs Japan – 12.00pm
South Africa vs Brazil – 2.45pm
New Zealand vs Spain – 5.30pm
Saturday, August 30th
Canada vs Wales – 12.00pm
Scotland vs Fiji – 2.45pm
England vs Samoa – 5.00pm
United States vs Australia – 7.30pm
Sunday, August 31st
Ireland vs Spain – 12.00pm
New Zealand vs Japan – 2.00pm
Italy vs South Africa – 3.30pm
France vs Brazil – 4.45pm
Saturday, September 6th
Canada vs Scotland – 12.00pm
United States vs Samoa – 1.30pm
Wales vs Fiji – 2.45pm
England vs Australia – 5.00pm
Sunday, September 7th
Japan vs Spain – 12.00pm
Italy vs Brazil – 2.00pm
New Zealand vs Ireland – 2.45pm
France vs South Africa – 4.45pm
Quarter-final fixtures:
Saturday, September 13th
Winner of Pool C vs Runners-up of Pool D – 1.00pm
Winner of Pool B vs Runners-up of Pool A – 4.00pm
Sunday, September 14th
Winner of Pool D vs Runners-up of Pool C – 1.00pm
Winner of Pool A vs Runners-up of Pool B – 4.00pm
Semi-final fixtures:
Friday, September 19th
Winner of QF1 vs Winner of QF2 – 7.00pm
Saturday, September 20th
Winner of QF3 vs Winner of QF4 – 3.30pm
Bronze final fixture:
Saturday, September 27th
Loser of SF1 vs Loser of SF2 – 12.30pm
Final fixture:
Saturday, September 27th
Winner of SF1 vs Winner of SF2 – 4.00pm
Who Won the Last Women’s Rugby World Cup?
In a heart-stopping final that had fans on the edge of their seats, the New Zealand Black Ferns pulled off a stunning 34–31 victory over the Red Roses right on their home turf to claim the crown of World Champions in 2021.
Will the Red Roses be able to claim victory on English soil? We will have to wait and see.
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