Rugby clubs are hoping the Women's World Cup will inspire new players to "dip their toe in" and try the sport. Friday's opening match saw England take on the USA at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland and rugby teams across north-east England hope those inspired by the game will join their clubs.

The Black Ferns have capped off their opening round win at the Rugby World Cup with good news on the medical front. Match-day regulars Kaipo Olsen-Baker, Ayesha Leti-I’iga and Amy du Plessis will remain with the team after leaving the field under injury clouds in the 54-8 win over Spain on Monday morning.