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16-Team Women’s Rugby World Cup to Kick Off in England on August 22

Organisers have highlighted accessible stadiums nationwide with BBC coverage to counter sell-outs affecting home pool fixtures plus the final.

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For the first time 16 teams will compete at the World Cup, which has raised four times the previous record in terms of sponsorship income

Overview

  • The expanded field of 16 teams is divided into four pools for a round-robin phase that awards bonus points and leads to knockout quarter-finals.
  • England will open against the USA at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light, and the final is set for September 27 at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium.
  • Games are scheduled at eight venues across England, with organisers confirming that 95% of the population is within two-hour travel distance.
  • Tickets start at £10 for adults and £5 for children, but availability is limited for key England pool matches and the final.
  • All fixtures will be broadcast live on the BBC, ensuring free-to-air access for fans unable to attend in person.