Women's Rugby Championship 2023: Nations Unite for Intense Brawls on Fields
📣 It's time to gear up for the electric Women's Six Nations 2023! This season is all set to serve up a thrilling mix of talent, passion, and unexpected gems. As we leap into the Year of the Woman, the excitement surrounding women's sports is at an all-time high, and we can't wait to see what unfolds.
From the Proteas Women SA cricket team reaching the World Cup final to Babalwa Latsha becoming the first professional female rugby player in Africa, the energy is building. Buckle up, folks! This is going to be a rollercoaster ride!
Teams for Six Nations
The stage is destined to ignite as we delve into the world of rugby, which, yes, you heard right, is 200 years old! Get ready for the Men's World Cup in France this September, and fasten your seatbelts for the Women's Six Nations, witnessing an incredible 69% stadium increase! Here's a peek at the teams preparing to take the field:
Wales
As Wales welcomes head coach Ioan Cunningham, two magic words echo through the team – unity and belief. With a tumultuous past, Cunningham is steadily knitting the squad closer together, showcasing their third-place finish in the 2022 TikTok Women's Six Nations and a quarterfinals berth in the Rugby World Cup. The question on everyone's lips – what will Wales do in the Women's Six Nations 2023? With their journey just beginning, we're eager to see the unforgettable moments they create in the upcoming years.
England
Marlie Packer, a seasoned back-row stalwart, continues her reign as a rock in the England line-up. After triumphing in four consecutive Championship victories in 2022, Packer prowls the field once more, this time as an openside flanker. England Coach Simon Middleton, stepping down after the 2023 Championships, leaves behind a legacy of an incredible team, staff, and impact on women's rugby. Can England defend their title in 2023?
Italy
Giovanni Raineri, Italy's new women's coach, finds himself in a dream scenario – mentored by his former Azzurri center, John Dobson, now coaching the Stormers. With his debut in the world of women's rugby, Raineri acknowledges the new, exciting challenges ahead. Although Italy lost four key senior figures following the World Cup, the tide of young players on the horizon may just surprise us. It will take time to gather experience, but the journey begins now.
France
Between Lilou Graciet, the sevens star, and new head coaches David Ortiz and Gaelle Mignot, Les Bleues are preparing for training ahead of the 2023 Women's Six Nations. With a strong roster assembled, the team gathers for training in Montpellier (6-8 March), focused on achieving their sixth championship by toppling Italy, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales at home before hosting Scotland and Wales in Vannes and Grenoble, respectively.
Scotland
Martin Haag, a newly assigned assistant coach for Scotland, looks forward to the toughest challenge – facing England in the first game of the 2023 season. Joined by new physiotherapist Flo Laing and armed with fresh contracts, the Scottish team is set to take the stage. Will Scotland scribble an unforgettable chapter in the Women's Six Nations 2023?
Ireland
As Ireland shuffles their 32-player roster for the 2023 Women's Six Nations, veterans like Nichola Fryday will take on leadership duties. With eight uncapped players joining the team, Ireland under Head Coach Greg McWilliams is determined to make headway.
Fixtures for Women's Six Nations
Mark your calendars! The 2023 Women's Six Nations kicks off on Saturday, 25th March, as Wales faces off against Ireland and England squares off against Scotland before Italy meets France on Sunday 26th March. The final showdown takes place on Saturday, 29th April, with England hosting France at Twickenham Stadium, a fitting end to an exciting season.
⏰ 25th March: Wales vs Ireland (Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff) // England vs Scotland (Kingston Park, Newcastle) // Italy vs France (Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma)
⏰ 1st April: Ireland vs France (Musgrave Park, Cork) // Scotland vs Wales (Edinburgh Rugby Stadium, Edinburgh)
⏰ 2nd April: England vs Italy (Franklin's Gardens, Northampton)
⏰ 15th April: Wales vs England (Cardiff Arms Park, Cardiff) // Italy vs Ireland (Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma)
⏰ 16th April: France vs Scotland (Stade de la Rabine, Vannes)
⏰ 22nd April: Ireland vs England (Musgrave Park, Cork) // Scotland vs Italy (Edinburgh Rugby Stadium, Edinburgh)
⏰ 23rd April: France vs Wales (Stade des Alpes, Grenoble)
⏰ 29th April: England vs France (Twickenham Stadium, London) // Italy vs Wales (Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, Parma) // Scotland vs Ireland (Edinburgh Rugby Stadium, Edinburgh)
TikTok Women's Six Nations 2023 - In Review
First played in 1883, the Six Nations Championship has become the oldest international rugby competition in history. Three epic rugby competitions – men's, women's, and U20s – excite fans each year.
Following a momentous year for the women's game, TikTok was crowned the first-ever title partner of the Women's Six Nations. With stadium attendance for the 2022 Women's Six Nations climbing by 69%, viewers from 137 countries tuned in, and over 100 million video views and 110,000 new followers flooded the TikTok channel "@TikTokW6N".
Join us as we champion courage, solidarity, inclusivity, honesty, and creativity. Share in the women's sport experience, and don't miss a beat! If you've dived into the world of the Men's Six Nations, check out our Guinness Six Nations 2023 feature. And for a look at the top sports to follow in the March Sport Preview 2023, you're in the right place!
So buckle up, sports fans, and cheer on your favorite teams. To make the excitement even hotter, have a look at some of the best betting sites in SA, including Betway, Fafabet, Supabets, Gbets, and bet.co.za. Get ready for an exhilarating season of women's rugby and all the memorable moments it holds!
Kabeya, a rugby fan, is thrilled about the upcoming 2023 Women's Six Nations. She marks her calendar for the opening matches, including the one on March 25th, where Wales will face Ireland and England will play Scotland. Kabeya is also looking forward to the month-long tournament, culminating in the finale on April 29th in London, where England will host France at Twickenham Stadium. During the tournament, Kabeya plans to follow the action on TikTok, as it serves as the first-ever title partner of the Women's Six Nations, experiencing the growing popularity of women's rugby.
