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England’s Rugby World Cup triumph makes history

Inside the Red Roses' raucous Rugby World Cup celebrations
  • England's Women's Rugby World Cup final victory over Canada became the most-watched women's rugby union match ever shown on UK television.
  • The Red Roses' 33-13 triumph against Canada also set a record as the most-watched rugby match of 2025 so far.
  • A peak audience of 5.8 million viewers watched the match across BBC TV and streaming platforms.
  • The final was held at a sold-out Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, with 81,855 spectators witnessing England's 33rd consecutive win.
  • Players expressed that the event marks a significant turning point for women's rugby and women's sport, solidifying its growing presence.
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