England Seeks to Consolidate its Dominance in the Women’s Rugby World Cup
England arrived at the Women’s Rugby World Cup with a lingering question: Who can stop them? After their resounding victory in the opening match against the United States (69-7), the question persists.
The “Red Roses” are the clear favorites of the tournament, but are currently in second place in Group A.
Australia leads the group after their 73-0 victory over Samoa, giving them a slight advantage in points difference over England.
This means the “Red Roses” will seek to start strong to correct the score. Here are all the details of the next match.
Key Details and Start Time
Date: Saturday, August 30th at 5 p.m. BST (2 a.m. AEST)
Location: Cinch Stadium at Franklin’s Gardens, Northampton
Party official: Maggie Cogger-Orr
Where to Watch the Match?
In the UK, Ireland, and Australia, all 32 matches of the Women’s Rugby World Cup will be broadcast on free-to-air television.
The tournament will be available on the 9Now platform in Australia, and on RTE Player in Ireland.
Team News and Lineups
The team lineups will be announced during the week.
England started the tournament with an impressive victory against the United States, with 11 tries. Sadia Kabeya and Hannah Botterman scored early, before Erica Jarrell-Searcy scored for the United States.
Following a yellow card to Alev Kelter, Maud Muir and Ellie Kildunne scored quickly for the home side, leaving the score at 28-7 at halftime.
In the second half, England continued their dominance with seven more tries, scored by Abby Dow, Kildunne and Amy Cokayne, while Jess Breach and Lark Atkin-Davies achieved doubles.
