The growth of the Women’s World Cup

from Rugby Union Weekly · host BBC Radio 5 Live

With just over a week to go before England host the Women’s Rugby World Cup, how much has changed in the 34 years since Wales hosted the inaugural event? And what does the future look like? Eleanor Oldroyd and Sara Orchard are joined by 1994 World Cup winner Giselle Mather and 2014 World Cup winner Rachael Burford to reflect on their experiences.Also hear from Red Roses lock Abbie Ward getting ready for her third World Cup.

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