The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 has reached a fever pitch as the group stage concludes, with the quarter-finalists now confirmed. The tournament, hosted in England, has delivered a mix of dominant performances, thrilling upsets, and nail-biting finishes. It has showcased the growth and excitement of women’s rugby on a global stage.
England’s Dominance and Australia’s Narrow Escape
Tournament favorites, the Red Roses of England, extended their remarkable winning streak. They secured a 47-7 victory over Australia to finish top of Pool A. While the scoreline was decisive, the Wallaroos put up a spirited fight. The first half was fierce as they tested England’s defense forcing uncharacteristic errors. Despite the loss, Australia secured their spot in the quarter-finals, narrowly edging out the USA on points differential.
Australian Team World Cup 2025 (Photo Courtesy of AP)
The USA Women’s Eagles delivered a commanding 60-0 win over Samoa. It was a performance that highlighted their attacking prowess and defensive grit. Flanker Freda Tafuna was a standout, scoring four tries and earning her second consecutive Player of the Match award. While their impressive victory wasn’t enough to see them through, the Eagles ended their campaign on a high, leaving a lasting impression on the tournament.
Team USA Women’s Rugby
Historic Wins and Quarter-Final Matchup
In a monumental moment for South African rugby, the Springbok Women made history by reaching their first-ever Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-finals. They achieved this with a stunning 29-24 upset win over Italy, a team they had never beaten before. The victory was a testament to their physicality and determination. Aphiwe Ngwevu and Sinazo Mcatshulwa played key roles in the historic win.
Fiji also ended their tournament on a high note, securing their second-ever World Cup victory with a thrilling 28-25 win over Wales. The Fijiana team, known for their offloading and attacking flair, put on a show for the crowd. Josifini Neihamu earned Player of the Match honors for her two brilliant tries.
With the group stage now complete, the quarter-final matchups are set:
* England will take on Scotland.
* Canada will face Australia.
* New Zealand will play the Pool D runners-up (to be determined by the France vs. South Africa match).
* France will play the Pool C runners-up (to be determined by the New Zealand vs. Ireland match).
Players to Watch
Several players have been instrumental in their team’s success and are ones to keep an eye on as the knockout stage begins:
* Jess Breach (England): The English winger celebrated her 50th test cap and has been a try-scoring machine, with a hat-trick against Samoa and a co-RWC high eight line breaks.
* Jorja Miller (New Zealand): The Black Ferns flanker has been a defensive force and a constant threat with the ball in hand, leading the tournament with 17 defenders beaten.
* Sophie de Goede (Canada): The Canadian goalkicking lock has been in exceptional form, passing Magali Harvey to become Canada’s all-time leading scorer.
* Ayanda Malinga (South Africa): The South African winger has been a highlight reel waiting to happen, leading all players in the RWC with 357 meters carried.
The stage is now set for the quarter-finals, promising more exhilarating rugby and unforgettable moments as teams battle for a spot in the semi-finals. It’s a chance to be the best when the champion lifts the Rugby World Cup trophy.
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