Published: 21 August 2025
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 BBC Sport’s unrivalled summer of women’s sport coverage where Names Will Be Made.
BBC 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 BBC platform – TV, radio and online – fans can make sure they don’t miss a moment of the action, wherever they are this summer.
It’s all kicking off from 22 August and here’s how you can watch and follow all the action across the BBC…
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Opening Weekend Across The BBC
On Friday 22 August, Six Nations champions and host nation England take on USA at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light where you can watch live coverage on BBC One and iPlayer from 6.30pm or listen on Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds.
Watch Scotland V Wales live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Saturday 23 August, with coverage from 2.15pm BST or listen on Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds.
As well as Scotland V Wales, on Saturday 23 August, watch Australia v Samoa at 12pm, Canada v Fiji at 5.30pm and France v Italy at 8.15pm with coverage on BBC iPlayer.
Watch Ireland v Japan live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday 24 August, with coverage from 11.45am BST or listen on Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds.
As well as Ireland V Japan, on Sunday 24 August, watch South Africa v Brazil at 2.45pm and New Zealand v Spain at 5.30pm with coverage on BBC iPlayer.
TV and iPlayer
BBC Sport is the exclusive home of live coverage for every match in the tournament. Fans can watch every game live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC 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.
The coverage kicks off on BBC One with a blockbuster opener on Friday 22 August, as Six Nations champions and host nation England take on USA at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light.
The opening weekend also features a must-watch clash between Scotland and Wales at Salford Community Stadium, and Ireland’s opener against Japan at Franklin’s Gardens in Northampton. BBC Sport’s presentation team will be on the ground in Sunderland, Salford and Northampton on opening weekend, bringing audiences every moment from these headline fixtures.
Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 TV and iPlayer Schedule
Date
Kick-off
Match
Location
Where to watch
22-Aug
7.30pm
USA v England
Stadium of Light, Sunderland
BBC One, iPlayer
23-Aug
12pm
Australia v Samoa
Salford Community Stadium
iPlayer
23-Aug
2.45pm
Scotland v Wales
Salford Community Stadium
BBC One, iPlayer
23-Aug
5.30pm
Canada v Fiji
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
23-Aug
8.15pm
France v Italy
Sandy Park, Exeter
iPlayer
24-Aug
12pm
Ireland v Japan
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
BBC Two, iPlayer
24-Aug
2.45pm
South Africa v Brazil
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
iPlayer
24-Aug
5.30pm
New Zealand v Spain
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
30-Aug
12pm
Canada v Wales
Salford Community Stadium
BBC Two, iPlayer
30-Aug
2.45pm
Scotland v Fiji
Salford Community Stadium
BBC Two, iPlayer
30-Aug
5pm
England v Samoa
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
BBC Two, iPlayer
30-Aug
7.30pm
USA v Australia
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
31-Aug
12pm
Ireland v Spain
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
BBC Two, iPlayer
31-Aug
2pm
New Zealand v Japan
Sandy Park, Exeter
iPlayer
31-Aug
3.30pm
Italy v South Africa
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
31-Aug
4.45pm
France v Brazil
Sandy Park, Exeter
iPlayer
06-Sep
12pm
Canada v Scotland
Sandy Park, Exeter
BBC Two, iPlayer
06-Sep
1.30pm
USA v Samoa
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
06-Sep
2.45pm
Wales v Fiji
Sandy Park, Exeter
BBC Two, iPlayer
06-Sep
5pm
England v Australia
Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium
BBC Two, iPlayer
07-Sep
12pm
Japan v Spain
York Community Stadium
iPlayer
07-Sep
2pm
Italy v Brazil
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
iPlayer
07-Sep
2.45pm
New Zealand v Ireland
Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium
BBC Two, iPlayer
07-Sep
4.45pm
France v South Africa
Franklins Gardens, Northampton
iPlayer
13-Sep
12.30pm
Winner Pool C v Runner-up Pool D
Sandy Park, Exeter
BBC Two, iPlayer
13-Sep
4pm
Winner Pool B v Runner-up Pool A
Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol
BBC Two, iPlayer
14-Sep
12.30pm
Winner Pool D v Runner-up Pool C
Sandy Park, Exeter
BBC Two, iPlayer
14-Sep
4pm
Winner Pool A v Runner-up Pool B
Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol
BBC Two, iPlayer
19-Sep
7pm
Winner QF1 v Winner QF2
Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol
BBC Two, iPlayer
20-Sep
3.30pm
Winner QF3 v Winner QF4
Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol
BBC One, iPlayer
27-Sep
12.30pm
Runner-Up SF1 v Runner-Up SF2
Twickenham Stadium, London
BBC Two, iPlayer
27-Sep
4pm
Winner SF1 v Winner SF2
Twickenham Stadium, London
BBC One, iPlayer
Radio and BBC Sounds
5 Live Breakfast’s Rachel Burden kicks off the tournament with live opening day coverage from Sunderland’s Stadium of Light.
BBC Radio 5 Live, Sports Extra and BBC Sounds will have live commentary of every home nation match plus both semi-finals and the final. Meanwhile Sara Orchard and Ugo Monye will be 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’ll be 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.
Audiences can expect live text commentaries, match reports, in-depth features, exclusive interviews, and highlights across the BBC 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 BBC’s social media channels.
The tournament is part of the BBC’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.