English rugby player for England and Saracens Women
World Rugby has introduced a 4.5 size ball for women, 3% smaller but same weight, to test skills in the WXV Global Series. Players report mixed experiences as teams prepare for matches against Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the U.S. Feedback is being gathered through surveys as the trial runs through September and October.
England has defeated Canada in a tight WXV Global Series clash, extending their winning run and setting up a rematch in Toronto and Ottawa.