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2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup: Star Nominees Shine at Twickenham

9/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 will crown winners at Twickenham before a record crowd.
Nominees: Sophie de Goede (Canada), Megan Jones (England), Jorja Miller (New Zealand); de Goede returns from ACL injury with 55 points.
Breakthrough nominees: Jorja Miller, Braxton Sorensen-McGee (NZ), Josifini Neihamu (Fiji); Sorensen-McGee leads with nine tries, Neihamu two in a historic Wales win.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Women's Rugby World Cup in 1991 featured 12 teams, with the USA claiming victory. This marked a significant milestone in women's sports, reflecting a growing recognition of female athletes. The upcoming 2025 tournament in England, expanding to 16 teams, aims to break attendance records, highlighting the increasing popularity of women's rugby and the ongoing push for gender equality in sports.

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Story summary

The Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 will crown winners at Twickenham before a record crowd.
Nominees: Sophie de Goede (Canada), Megan Jones (England), Jorja Miller (New Zealand); de Goede returns from ACL injury with 55 points.
Breakthrough nominees: Jorja Miller, Braxton Sorensen-McGee (NZ), Josifini Neihamu (Fiji); Sorensen-McGee leads with nine tries, Neihamu two in a historic Wales win.

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