2025 Women’s Rugby International Matches & Events

2025 is just around the corner, and we’ve gathered all the announced dates for women’s rugby international matches. Stay updated with our comprehensive list below, and check back often as matches may change or new ones get added. We’re also adding Club & Premier competition start dates and Championships as we find them. If we’re … Read more

Final WXV Warm-up Matches and Hong Kong & Thailand Chase Challenger Spot | WRR 172

Welcome to Women’s Rugby Rundown 172 for September 16-22. Wales made history with their first-ever win over the Wallaroos, moving up to 9th in the rankings, while referee Sara Cox officiated her 40th Test match, matching Aimee Barrett-Theron. Romania made a triumphant return to XVs, leaping from 44th to 40th after defeating Bulgaria, while South … Read more

Get Ready: WER’s 2025 Player Declaration Process Kicks Off

The Path to Professional Rugby: WER Opens Player Declaration for 2025 Season The professional era of women’s rugby is officially upon us with the latest announcement from Women’s Elite Rugby (WER). WER has opened the player-declaration process ahead of the highly anticipated 2025 season, signaling a new chapter for women’s 15s rugby in the U.S. … Read more

Colorado Gray Wolves Triumph Over All Blues Rugby in 2024 Legacy Cup Finals

In a dramatic conclusion to the 2024 Legacy Cup Finals, the Colorado Gray Wolves emerged victorious over the All Blues, securing a thrilling 31-27 win at MacPherson Stadium in Greensboro, North Carolina. The high-stakes match, hosted by Women’s Elite Rugby (WER), marked the first-ever Legacy Cup, ushering in a new era of competitive women’s rugby … Read more

China Tops First Asia Sevens Stop, England, Scotland, and South Africa Victorious | WRR 170

Welcome to Women’s Rugby Rundown 170 for September 2-8. Hong Kong upset Japan in the semifinals of the first stop of the Asia 7s Series, while China took the title and extended their unbeaten streak. The Red Roses triumphed over France at Kingsholm, Scotland powered past Wales at Hive Stadium, and South Africa dominated the … Read more

Ilona Maher Takes Over the Internet (again) and WXV Warmup Matches Set for This Weekend | WRR 169

Welcome to Women’s Rugby Rundown 169 for August 26-September 1. Olympic star Ilona Maher took the internet by storm (again) as she was revealed as the Sports Illustrated swimsuit model for September. The Asia Sevens Series kicks off this weekend, with eight women’s teams battling for the title and a spot in the Challenger Series. … Read more

Elevating Women’s Rugby: The Launch of the WRR Highlights Series

Since 2008, we’ve been celebrating women’s rugby by sharing incredible moments from the field. What started as a way to promote already published videos has evolved into a dynamic new chapter: the Women’s Rugby Rundown: Highlights series, in partnership with Great American Rugby. Now, we’re asking fans, players, and teams to send us their best … Read more

2024 WER Legacy Cup Featuring Four WPL Teams: Schedule, Results, How to Watch

The 2024 WER Legacy Cup, while a new chapter in U.S. women’s rugby, continues the proud tradition of elite competition established by the Women’s Premier League (WPL) Championships, which have been showcasing the best in the sport since 2009. This year’s event not only honors the pioneers who have driven the growth of women’s rugby … Read more

Women’s Elite Rugby Expands to New York, San Francisco Bay Area, and Twin Cities for 2025 Inaugural Season

Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) has officially announced the addition of New York, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the Twin Cities as the latest cities to join the league for its inaugural season set to kick off in March 2025. These three new markets join Boston, Chicago, and Denver, forming a six-team league poised to … Read more

HSBC SVNS Reveals 2025 Stops, USA Edges Japan in Challenger Series | WRR 167

Welcome to Women’s Rugby Rundown 167 for August 12-18. The HSBC SVNS announced the first five events of the 2024-2025 Series, with stops in Dubai, Cape Town, Perth, Vancouver, and Hong Kong. Japan’s Women’s Sevens team has a new head coach, Yuka Kanematsu. The USA edged Japan in the final match of the 2024 Japan … Read more