The Women's Rugby World Cup has seen some of the most intense and memorable matches over the past 20-30 years. In 1994, the England Women Rugby World Cup team claimed their first title by defeating the United States 38-23 in Scotland, marking the beginning of their dominance in women's rugby. Four years later, in 1998, New Zealand won their first championship in the Netherlands, overwhelming the United States 44-12 and signalling the start of a new era in the sport. The 2002 tournament in Spain saw New Zealand defend their title with a 19-9 victory over England, reinforcing their growing reputation as a powerhouse.
In 2006, the New Zealand Women Rugby team continued their winning streak, securing their third consecutive title with a 25-17 win against England in Canada. The 2010 Women Rugby World Cup Final in England was another close encounter between these two rivals, with New Zealand narrowly edging out England 13-10 to claim their fourth title. However, in 2014, England finally broke New Zealand's streak, winning their second championship by defeating Canada 21-9 in France.
New Zealand returned to the top in 2017, winning their fifth Women Rugby World Cup title in Ireland after a thrilling 41-32 victory over England. The 2022 tournament in New Zealand saw the host nation win their sixth title in a dramatic final, narrowly defeating England 34-31 in front of an enthusiastic home crowd.
Looking ahead to the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025, England will host the tournament, and the final is set to take place at Twickenham Stadium in London. This iconic venue, with a capacity of 82,000 spectators, will host the Women's Rugby World Cup final for the first time, marking a significant milestone in the sport's history. The selection of Twickenham reflects the growing recognition and importance of women's rugby on the global stage.