Both Japan and Kazakhstan ended their WXV 2023 with losses, the Japan Sakura Fifteen going down to Scotland in WXV 2, and Kazakhstan losing heavily to Fijiana in WXV3 0-118. The results meant both teams ended 5th in their respective division in 2023.
Feature Image – DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – OCTOBER 28: Edel McMahon and Sam Monaghan of Ireland lift the WXV trophy following the WXV 3 2023 match between Ireland and Spain at The Sevens Stadium on October 28, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike – World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)
There was admittedly some confusion over which teams will be playing in WXV 2024, based on the media reports, the in-game commentary and our own reporting based on the weekly World Rugby updates.
According to Scrumqueens, no team is guaranteed a spot in any particular 2024 WXV competition and all teams have to earn their places via regional competitions regardless of where they may finish in the WXV 2023 – we can’t say this is something that was clearly explained from the onset of this tournament and why have relegation from WXV 2 and 3 but this is verified by the format, according to World Rugby, which can be found here.
WXV 2 2023
Italy beat the USA 30-8 in the final WXV 2 game, but this was an agonising 3 points short of toppling Scotland from the top of the log who won by the narrow points differential as both sides had 15 log points. Italy had a chance to secure the title when they were rewarded with a penalty as the clock ticked over the 80-minute mark but opted for a scrum which was ensured by a knocked-on ball to ensure Scotland won the 2023 WXV 2 title.
The Springbok Women beat Samoa 33-7 to ensure the Pacific islanders ended last in WXV2 in 2023.
Japan vs Scotland – Result 7-38
Japan put up a good fight against the Scots (leading for the majority of the first half), but eventually fell 38-7. The bonus-point win put the Europeans in contention to win the 2023 WXV 2 title.
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – OCTOBER 27: Emma Orr of Scotland scores their team’s sixth try during the WXV 2 2023 match between Scotland and Japan at Athlone Sports Stadium on October 27, 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Johan Rynners – World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)
Final standings:
- Scotland
- Italy
- USA
- South Africa
- Japan
- Samoa
WXV 3 2023
Ireland were crowned the WXV 3 2023 champions with their 15-13 victory over Spain in Dubai on Saturday 18th October 2023, recovering from going 10-0 down at The Sevens Stadium.
Kenya beat Colombia 21-5 and their victory secured their region’s position in WXV 3 and Colombia and would head to the playoff to maintain a spot for the region in 2024.
Kazakhstan vs Fiji – Result 0-118
Fiji handed the Kazakhstan Nomads their heaviest defeat, more than the 109-0 win Ireland inflicted on Kazakhstan in the opening round of the WXV 3 2023.
Fijina Luisa Tisolo scored 34 points (two tries and 12 conversions) on her way to setting a new record for most points by a player in a test. Winger Adita Milinia ran in four tries to equal the record held by Reapi Ulunisau and Ilisapeci Delaiwau, while outside-centre Merewairita Neivosa also added a hat-trick of tries.
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – OCTOBER 27: Sereima Leweniqila of Fiji runs with the ball during the WXV 3 2023 match between Kazakhstan and Fiji at The Sevens Stadium on October 27, 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Christopher Pike – World Rugby/World Rugby via Getty Images)
Final standings:
- Ireland
- Fiji
- Spain
- Kenya
- Kazakhstan
- Colombia
WXV 2024
WXV2 2024
According to Scrumqueens, WXV2 will comprise of the following teams:
- Europe (3 teams): 4th and 5th teams in 2024 Women’s 6 Nations.
- Pacific 4s: 2024 4th placed team
- Africa: 2024 African Champions
- Asia: 2024 Asian Champions
- Winner of a playoff between 6th placed WXV2 2023 team and 2024 European Champions.
WXV3 2024
- Oceania (2 teams): 2024 champions & runners-up
- Asia: 2024 runners-up
- Africa: 2024 runners-up
- Europe: Loser of play-off between 6th placed Women’s 6 Nations and 2024 European Champions
- PLUS: 2024 South American Champions OR 2024 European Championship runners-up*
*Scrumqueens said it is assumed there will be a playoff as World Rugby said there would be no changes to WXV in 2024, but this is not yet confirmed. This would mean it would be Colombia vs Netherlands.
WXV 2023 News
- Kazakhstan vs Fiji – WXV 3 2023 Match Preview.
- Japan vs Scotland – WXV 2 2023 Match Preview.
- Kazakhstan and Japan Win Respective Second Round WXV 2023 Matches.
- WXV 2023 Complete Guide.
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