Four England World Cup winners return for WXV opener against Australia
ESPN Rugby • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
England welcomes back four 2025 World Cup winners for Saturday's WXV opening match against Australia at CorpAcq Stadium. The players, who were previously sidelined due to injury, re-enter the squad to strengthen the team's roster for the tournament. This return provides a significant boost to England as they prepare to face the Australia side. The upcoming fixture marks the commencement of their WXV campaign. Coaches confirmed the inclusion of the returning athletes following successful injury recovery protocols. The team will look to integrate these experienced players back into the starting lineup for the weekend competition.
- •Four 2025 World Cup winners return to the England lineup from injury.
- •England plays Australia at CorpAcq Stadium on Saturday.
- •The match serves as the WXV tournament opener for England.
- 2:19 PMESPN Rugby — 4 WRWC winners return to England XV vs. Australia
"England have been strengthened by the return of four 2025 World Cup winners from injury for Saturday's WXV opener against Australia at CorpAcq Stadium.
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