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Mitchell Unveils 32-Player Red Roses Squad for Home World Cup

Featuring Emily Scarratt’s record fifth World Cup appearance among eight debutants, the 32-player roster totals 1,374 caps to launch England’s campaign against the United States in Sunderland on August 22.

Rugby Union - Women's Six Nations - England v France - Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London, Britain - April 26, 2025 England's Zoe Aldcroft lifts the trophy as she celebrates with her team mates on the podium Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra/File Photo
Rugby Union - 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup - England Squad Announcement - Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London, Britain - July 24, 2025 The newly announced England players pose for a team group photo Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers
Rugby Union - 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup - England Squad Announcement - Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London, Britain - July 24, 2025 The newly announced England players reacts as they pose for a team group photo Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers
Rugby Union - 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup - England Squad Announcement - Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, London, Britain - July 24, 2025 England's Sadia Kabeya reacts as she poses for a team group photo Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Boyers

Overview

  • John Mitchell’s selection blends 24 World Cup veterans with eight first-timers to balance experience and emerging talent.
  • The squad’s 18 forwards and 14 backs collectively hold 1,374 international caps, underscoring England’s depth.
  • Zoe Aldcroft will captain her country in a third Rugby World Cup with Marlie Packer and Megan Jones as vice-captains.
  • Emily Scarratt is poised to become the first England player to feature in five World Cups.
  • England open their title bid against the United States at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light on August 22 as odds-on favourites after a 50-win run since 2022.