England women's rugby awards 32 full-time contracts for 2026‑27

England Rugby announced that 32 women players have been given full‑time contracts for the 2026‑27 season, with an additional six players receiving transition contracts. The contracted group includes 30 Rugby World Cup winners and together they have amassed 1,475 international caps.

Among the new full‑time contracts are wing Mia Venner, scrum‑half Flo Robinson and lock Lilli Ives Campion, each receiving their first full‑time deal. Transition contracts were awarded to emerging talents such as Hayley Jones, Haineala Lutui, Annabel Meta and Demelza Short. England head of women’s performance Charlie Hayter said the contracts recognise the players’ competitiveness and commitment.