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

England Crowned at the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup

The 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup has come to an end, and with it, the crowning of England as champions for the third time. The English team demonstrated their superiority at Twickenham, in front of a crowd of almost 82,000 fans, setting a record for a women’s rugby XV match. The day was unforgettable both on and off the field.

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Canada, which reached the final after a campaign in which they resorted to crowdfunding, demonstrated their fighting spirit and determination. Their presence in the final was already a triumph in itself.

What’s Next for Women’s Rugby?

Following the conclusion of the tournament, crucial questions arise about the future of women’s rugby and the path forward for the “Red Roses”, the newly crowned champions.

• England dominates the sporting landscape.
• England player Meg Jones inspires a generation.
• Mitchell is open to coaching the British and Irish Lions women’s team.

England solidifies itself as the dominant force in the sport. Their impressive performance, with only one loss in their last 63 matches, demonstrates their supremacy. The Gloucester-Hartpury team establishes its dominance in the PWR, and the Springboks have won the last two World Cups, consolidating themselves as the team to beat.

In terms of pure performance, the “Red Roses” stand out as the most dominant force in rugby union today.

By the numbers, they are up there with some of the best teams of the modern era.

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The difference between the “Red Roses” and their competitors is notable, placing them among the best seen. Rival nations are still developing, with some players still in amateur or semi-professional status. The way they handled expectations this year was also remarkable.

Memorable Tournament Moments

The atmosphere, the noise, and the passion of the fans were key elements of the tournament. The excitement and support provided by the fans created unforgettable moments.

The inspiring stories behind Samoa’s campaign also left an indelible mark. Players and staff took time off from their full-time jobs to represent their country. On the field, the 31-31 draw between Australia and the United States was a great match. Both teams battled for 80 minutes knowing that a place in the final was at stake.

The Future of Women’s Rugby

The tournament has demonstrated the potential of the sport and what can be achieved when a country takes the tournament seriously. Large-scale investment is needed to ensure that success extends to all teams. England, being the team with the most funding, has met expectations, but other teams must catch up. This requires commercial investment, more frequent competitive matches, and investment from the grassroots. The PWR is the best competition in the world, but it is not enough.

It is essential that the work does not stop. Fans must continue to support, but the authorities must make it as accessible as possible. Unions must invest in women’s programs to achieve results like the “Red Roses” and the RFU. This is a crucial moment for the game, which needs proper monitoring. Local nations, as well as New Zealand and Australia, run the risk of the gap with England widening if they do not invest in national programs and their respective competitions.

What to Expect in 2029?

It’s hard to imagine anything other than a new victory for the “Red Roses.” Their structure and the age of their key players suggest they will be at the top in four years. Other nations are expected to compete, such as Canada, which has had an amazing performance. The Black Ferns will also return strongly.

Australia will seek to offer a great tournament as hosts, and France and others will continue to compete. The pressure falls on Rugby Australia to play a significant role on and off the field in the next four years. They need the support of the Australian public and, to do so, they must win. They also need as many home games as possible and build their fanbase. With the current situation, it cannot be ruled out that they will win again.