Welcome to WRR 249 for June 1 to 7. Australia officially rules the 7s world after capturing Bordeaux and the overall HSBC SVNS world title back-to-back, while Mexico hit a highest-ever ranking after winning RAN XVs and the Trans Match was confirmed for the Bingham and Amanda Cups. Domestically, England’s PWR and France’s AXA Elite 1 completed high-scoring final rounds to lock in their postseason brackets, TC Gemini continued to rule the WER, and Australia's Super W kicked off with dramatic finishes. Off the pitch, the community faces major institutional tests, including Maggie Alphonsi speaking out against lenient RFU disciplinary decisions, and a class-action lawsuit fighting the sudden demotion of the Quinnipiac University varsity program.

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Welcome to WRR 248 for May 25-31, 2026. On the international 7s circuit, a determined Australian squad overcame late roster adjustments to secure a thrilling tournament victory in Spain, with all eyes on the final stop of the World SVNS Championship to come this weekend. Over in 15s news, South Africa asserted their continental authority by securing another regional trophy in Kenya, while the Brazil Yaras completed a successful two-game friendly sweep. Domestically, PWR and the AXA Élite 1 have locked in their semifinal matchups, while Round 4 of Women's Elite Rugby sees TC Gemini hold onto the top of the table. I’m Wendy, here to bring you the latest in women’s rugby news, this is the Women’s Rugby Rundown and we’re about to kick off.

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Welcome to WRR 247 for May 18-24. This week, we are previewing the return of the HSBC SVNS World Championship Series in Valladolid, Spain, alongside an electrifying individual try-scoring record watch. Over in 15s, the Africa Cup launched with clinical performances from the heavyweights, while the RAN tournament set up a spectacular winner-take-all finale. On the domestic front, Spain's top division crowned a back-to-back league champion in dramatic fashion, and France's elite competition returned from a break.

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