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# WXV

This year

2023

Inter-pros launch a momentous year for Irish women's rugby

With the Celtic Cup, Six Nations, and WXV all ahead, 2023 will be busy.

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Jan 7th 2023, 6:45 AM

All time

A momentous but challenging few years lie ahead for the game

The Six Nations is back this weekend, the World Cup comes next year, then WXV launches in 2023.

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Mar 31st 2021, 7:36 PM

WXV, the new three-tier global women's rugby competition to launch in 2023

World Rugby has confirmed the format of an annual 16-team competition.

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Mar 16th 2021, 9:39 AM