Women’s Rugby World Cup: When are the squads announced?

Sixteen teams will play in the World Cup, up from 12 in the previous tournament back in 2021.

England, France, Canada and New Zealand secured direct qualification after finishing in the top four at the 2021 World Cup.

Australia, Scotland, Italy and Wales secured their spot through their finishing positions in WXV, the annual women’s 15s competition.

Other teams qualified through regional competitions.

Pool A: England, Australia, USA, Samoa

Pool B: Canada, Scotland, Wales, Fiji

Pool C: New Zealand, Ireland, Japan, Spain

Pool D: France, Italy, South Africa, Brazil