Ireland achieved its highest Women's Rugby World Cup score after putting down Japan 42-14 in Northampton on Sunday. The Irish scored six converted tries to pass their previous World Cup high of 40-5 against Kazakhstan in 2014.

Women’s sport continues to take centre stage this summer, with the wait for the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup finally over.Six Nations champions and host nation England will kick the tenth edition

The new trophy for the Women's Rugby World Cup is made of sterling silver and plated with 24-carat gold. It is said to represent modernity, achievement and passion at 38cm tall and weighing 4.5kg. The oval shape represents a rugby ball, while the handles are retained from the original trophy.