A record Women’s World Cup crowd watched the Red Roses thrash the United States to get the tournament started in style

Womens Rugby World Cup - tournaments 10th edition - began in Sunderland as Englands Red Roses smashed USA, scoring 11 tries; final takes place at Twickenham on September 27; England hope home advantag

SUNDERLAND, England — Ilona Maher’s mission at the Women’s Rugby World Cup is about more than just winning games. Heading into the United States’ tournament opener on Friday, the world’s most followed rugby player on social media wants to get more eyeballs on the sport as it ramps up attempts to crack the market in America.

Kate Middleton boosted England's Woman Rugby team's confidence ahead of exciting face off with USA.The Prince and Princess of Wales's official Instagram account on Friday, August 22, shared a heartfelt message from Catherine to Red Roses.

TV channels and live streams to watch Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 in USA. Here’s the must-see fixtures and key information you need.