England Women’s Rugby World Champions: Analysis and Future of the Sport

The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup has concluded, and the tournament has left an indelible mark on the history of the sport.

English Domain and a Lasting Legacy

England, meeting the expectations of many, won their third title at Twickenham, before a crowd of almost 82,000 fans. This event set a record for a women’s 15-a-side rugby match, creating an unforgettable day both on and off the field. The Canadian team, which partly funded its participation in the tournament through crowdfunding, proved its worth by reaching the final.

What does the future hold for women’s rugby?

We analyze the most important questions after the conclusion of the tournament.

• English dominance in sport: England, with only one defeat in their last 63 matches, is established as the most dominant force in current women’s rugby.
• Inspiring stories: Meg Jones’ tenacity and the emotional stories of Samoa, who participated despite the difficulties, were some of the highlights of the tournament.
• Impact on the game: The tie between Australia and the United States was a high point, demonstrating the competitiveness of the tournament.

The crowds, the noise, and the fans. It was their tournament.

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The tournament demonstrated the potential of the sport and what can be achieved with serious investment. England, with greater funding, proved its worth. Now, other teams need to catch up, which requires commercial investment and more competitive matches.

It is crucial that the work does not stop. Federations must invest in women’s programs to achieve results. Nations with existing infrastructure run the risk of falling behind if they do not invest in their national programs and competitions.

Looking towards the future

England is likely to remain a strong contender in 2029. Other nations such as Canada and Australia are expected to improve with greater investment. The World Cup in Australia promises to be even bigger, and interest is expected to continue growing over the next four years. The pressure is now on Rugby Australia to gain public support and achieve success on the field.

England’s success in 2025 is the result of years of work and victories. The tournament has shown that women’s rugby is at a crucial moment, and it is essential to maintain the momentum and continue building on this success.