The Women’s Rugby World Cup is reaching fever pitch — and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

David Pembroke and Wallaroos star Bella McKenzie look back on a thrilling week that saw the Wallaroos draw 31–all with the USA, South Africa notch their first-ever win over a top-10 side, and England continue to set the standard as tournament favourites.

Now, with everything on the line against the Red Roses, Bella unpacks the Wallaroos’ discipline issues, the tactical adjustments they’ll need, and what it will take to deliver their strongest performance yet on the world stage.

Also in this episode:

• Canada v Scotland and why Canada look like genuine contenders
• USA v Samoa and the quarterfinal equation for Australia
• Wales v Fiji and the chance of a Pacific upset
• New Zealand v Ireland — could this be the game of the round?
• France v South Africa and why the Springbok women are on the rise

PLUS: The rise of fan engagement in women’s rugby, record-breaking crowd numbers, and why the men’s game could learn a thing or two.

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