CBS Sports and Paramount+ Become Exclusive Home of World Rugby in the U.S. Through 2029

In a groundbreaking move for rugby in America, World Rugby has announced a multi-year, multi-platform rights agreement with CBS Sports. This partnership makes Paramount+ the exclusive U.S. home for all men’s and women’s World Rugby competitions through 2029. Fans in the U.S. will now have access to every Rugby World Cup match, all USA National … Read more

Preserving the Legacy: The Most Complete Archive of Women’s Rugby World Cup Stats

When it comes to women’s rugby, the stories live in every tackle, every try, and every hard-fought minute on the pitch. But too often, those stories have been left out of the official record. That’s starting to change. Thanks to the dedication of rugby historians and fans who care deeply about the women’s game, we … Read more

The Founding Four: The Women Who Built the First Rugby World Cup

As the countdown begins for the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England, fans are already talking about sold-out stadiums, world-class talent, and record-breaking moments. But there’s another story that deserves the spotlight: the one that made it all possible. A new feature-length documentary, The Founding Four, takes us back to 1991 when four British women, … Read more

USA Women’s Eagles Turn Pro for the First Time in Run-Up to 2025 Rugby World Cup

Originally reported by RugbyPass and journalist Joe Harvey. History is being made in American rugby. For the first time ever, the USA Women’s Eagles are receiving contracts from their national union, marking a seismic shift in the landscape of the sport as the team builds toward the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. From April … Read more

Rugby Legend: Hope Rogers Surpasses Burke’s Cap Record in Front of Record Crowd

On Friday night at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, prop Hope Rogers will make her 52nd appearance for the USA Women’s Eagles, officially becoming the most-capped Women’s Eagle in history. The record-breaking moment comes as Rogers surpasses Jamie Burke’s long-standing record, which stood for over a decade. It’s fitting that such a monumental milestone comes … Read more

2025 Pacific Four Series – May 2-23: Schedule, Results, How to Watch

The Pacific Four Series is back for another year, but with a shift in focus. In a Rugby World Cup year, the 2025 edition won’t determine WXV qualification like past seasons—instead, it serves as vital preparation for the four powerhouse nations with their eyes firmly set on England 2025. The tournament features familiar rivals: Australia, … Read more

The 2035 Rugby World Cup Must Reflect the Game’s Values — Not Betray Them

As reports surface about a joint bid from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup, the rugby community finds itself at a familiar crossroads — one that forces us to weigh the promise of new markets against the principles we claim to uphold. The potential for a Middle East-hosted … Read more

USA Women’s Eagles Announce 2025 Match Schedule in Packed Summer Run-Up to Rugby World Cup

The countdown is officially on for the USA Women’s Eagles, as USA Rugby and World Rugby unveiled an ambitious home test schedule aimed at propelling the team toward peak form ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. Announced on March 18, the series includes high-stakes fixtures across the United States and abroad, providing … Read more

Las Leonas Secure Contracts for the First Time Ahead of Rugby World Cup 2025

Spain Takes a Historic Step: First-Ever Player Contracts for Las Leonas For the first time in history, Spain is offering financial support to its women’s national rugby team, Las Leonas, through six-month bursaries. With the 2025 Rugby World Cup on the horizon, the Real Federación Española de Rugby (RFER) has introduced a financial support system … Read more

Setting the Record Straight on Ilona Maher | WRR 183 Special Edition

Welcome to Women’s Rugby Rundown 183, a special edition on December 3, 2024. It’s time to set the record straight on Ilona Maher: She’s not just a 7s star—her rugby journey started in XVs. Stop the misinformation. Let’s break it down. Ilona Maher is a force of nature. From her days as a collegiate rugby … Read more