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Gallery: Wigan Warriors stars feature in England's big win over Wales in Women's Rugby League World Cup opener

England recorded a big win over Wales in their Rugby League World Cup opener on Saturday
Gallery: Wigan Warriors stars feature in England's big win over Wales in Women's Rugby League World Cup opener

England recorded a big win over Wales in their Rugby League World Cup opener on Saturday

England enjoyed an impressive 70-6 win over Wales in their opening game of the Rugby League World Cup in Perth on Saturday.

Seven Wigan Warriors players - Anna Davies, Georgia Wilson, Izzy Rowe, Mary Coleman, Eva Hunter, Meg Williams and Jenna Foubister - featured for Stuart Barrow’s side at HBF Park. Next up, England face defending champions Australia on Saturday.

Wigan's Meg Williams in her first Rugby League World Cup appearance | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

Wigan skipper Georgia Wilson in action for England against Wales | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

England forward Eva Hunter is brought down by Welsh defenders | Peter Keleman/SWpix.com

Wigan's Izzy Rowe kicking a goal for England | Anita Reca/SWpix.com

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It was published on October 18, 2026 and last updated on October 19, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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