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Women's Rugby World Cup — All-Time Champions

The Women's Rugby World Cup has been contested since 1991 under the governance of World Rugby. Across 10+ recorded editions through 1991-2025, New Zealand stands as the most successful nation with 6 titles, followed by England and United States. The list below documents every champion, runner-up, and host venue we can verify, providing a complete reference for the rugby union world championship's history.

Champions by Year

YearChampionRunner-up
2025EnglandCanada
2021New ZealandEngland
2017New ZealandEngland
2014EnglandCanada
2010New ZealandEngland
2006New ZealandEngland
2002New ZealandEngland
1998New ZealandUnited States
1994EnglandUnited States
1991United StatesEngland