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Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 - How to watch on TV and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ iPlayer and follow across Radio, ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport online

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport brings fans unrivalled access to all the action, analysis and entertainment

Published: 4 September 2025
A group shot of 16 presenters against a colourful background of pink yellow and purple hues.  Some are stood and some are sat down. All of them are smiling.
L-R: Claire Thomas, Sarra Elgan, Brian Moore, Katy Daley McLean, Deborah McCormack, Ruby Tui, Philippa Tuttiett, Ugo Monye, Gabby Logan, Maggie Alphonsi, Sonja McLaughlan, Siwan Lillicrap, Sara Orchard, Nicola McCarthy, Simon Middleton and Sene Naoupu

The Women’s Summer of Sport shows no signs of slowing and the next unmissable chapter is the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, live from England. This is the next major milestone in ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport’s unrivalled summer of women’s sport coverage where .

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport is bringing fans all the analysis, reaction, and behind the scenes content from Women's Rugby World Cup 2025.

With a world-class presenting, punditry and commentary line-up, and coverage across every ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ platform – TV, radio and online – fans can make sure they don’t miss a moment of the action, wherever they are this summer.

Here's how you can watch and follow all the action across the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½...

How to watch and listen to the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 this weekend across ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport

On Saturday 6 September round three kicks off in Exeter as Scotland take on Canada. Watch on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two and iPlayer from 11.45am and listen on 5 Sports Extra and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds.

At 1.30pm on iPlayer watch USA v Samoa from York. In Exeter, Wales face Fiji. Watch on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two and iPlayer from 2.15pm and listen on 5 Sports Extra and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds.

The final match on Saturday comes from Brighton with England v Australia. Watch on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two and iPlayer from 4.35pm and listen on 5 Sports Extra and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds.

On Sunday 7 September the action begins in York as Japan face Spain. Watch on iPlayer at 12pm. Later, Italy play Brazil in Northampton.  Watch on iPlayer from 2pm.

From 2.30pm, New Zealand face Ireland from Brighton, live on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two and iPlayer.  Listen on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds.   All matches are available to watch live on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ iPlayer.

Women's Rugby World Cup on TV and iPlayer

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport is the exclusive home of live coverage for every match in the tournament. Fans can watch every game live on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ iPlayer and the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport website/app with full access from kick-off to the final whistle. All group stage matches featuring England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland will be shown live on TV along with every knockout round clash.

Leading the charge, Gabby Logan and Ugo Monye head up the presenting team bringing viewers the best of the action from key venues across England. They’re joined by commentary heavyweights Sara Orchard, Andrew Cotter and Claire Thomas, with Sonja McLaughlan, Sarra Elgan and Elma Smit reporting pitch-side.

Adding world-class insight are World Cup winners Maggie Alphonsi and Katy Daley-McLean, former England head coach Simon Middleton, and legendary co-commentator Brian Moore, a powerhouse team offering unrivalled expertise and behind-the-scenes perspective.

Coverage of the home nations is bolstered by former Wales Captains Siwan Lillicrap and Philippa Tuttiett; Scotland internationals Deborah McCormack and Heather Lockhart and former Irish players Sene Naoupu and Anna Caplice will follow Ireland’s campaign throughout.

Bringing a burst of fan energy into the mix, former England 7’s player and current Gladiators superstar Jodie Ounsley will be on site at selected matches, capturing the drama and atmosphere from inside the grounds and following England’s journey throughout the competition.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 TV and iPlayer Schedule

Date

Kick-off

Match

Location

Where to watch

06 September

12pm

Canada v Scotland

Sandy Park, Exeter

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

06 September

1.30pm

USA v Samoa

York Community Stadium

iPlayer

06 September

2.45pm

Wales v Fiji

Sandy Park, Exeter

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

06 September

5pm

England v Australia

Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

07 September

12pm

Japan v Spain

York Community Stadium

iPlayer

07 September

2pm

Italy v Brazil

Franklins Gardens, Northampton

iPlayer

07 September

2.45pm

New Zealand v Ireland

Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

07 September

4.45pm

France v South Africa

Franklins Gardens, Northampton

iPlayer

13 September

12.30pm

Winner Pool C v Runner-up Pool D

Sandy Park, Exeter

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

13 September

4pm

Winner Pool B v Runner-up Pool A

Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

14 September

12.30pm

Winner Pool D v Runner-up Pool C

Sandy Park, Exeter

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

14 September

4pm

Winner Pool A v Runner-up Pool B

Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

19 September

7pm

Winner QF1 v Winner QF2

Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

20 September

3.30pm

Winner QF3 v Winner QF4

Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ One, iPlayer

27 September

12.30pm

Runner-Up SF1 v Runner-Up SF2

Twickenham Stadium, London

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two, iPlayer

27 September

4pm

Winner SF1 v Winner SF2

Twickenham Stadium, London

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ One, iPlayer

Radio and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 5 Live, Sports Extra and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds have live commentary of every home nation match plus both semi-finals and the final. Meanwhile Sara Orchard and Ugo Monye are on hand regularly throughout the tournament on 5 Live and the chart-topping Rugby Union Weekly podcast.

Bringing the big moments to life is the powerhouse 5 Live commentary team Claire Thomas, James Burridge, Oisin Langan, Nick Webb, Thomas Duncan and Gareth Rhys Owen. They’re delivering unmatched insight and pitch-side expertise throughout the tournament.

Providing expert insight during England’s campaign are three World Cup winners Kat Merchant, Rachael Burford and Giselle Mather. Expect sharp analysis and big-match breakdowns from those who’ve been there and done it on the biggest stage.

Alongside regular editions of the podcast fans can also tune in to a special weekly series throughout the World Cup, Barely Rugby, hosted by comedian Harriet Kemsley and featuring England stars Hannah Botterman and Meg Jones. The show blends insightful rugby chat with personality and humour, adding a fresh twist to the tournament conversation.

ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport website, app & social media

Audiences can expect live text commentaries, match reports, in-depth features, exclusive interviews, and highlights across the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sport website and app. In addition to this, there will be behind-the-scenes content, expert analysis and all the biggest moments shared across the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½â€™s social media channels.

The tournament is part of the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½â€™s Women’s Summer of Sport, with a dedicated hub at www.bbc.co.uk/womens-summer-of-sport, celebrating women’s sport through live coverage and special features.

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