England Women Reach Rugby World Cup Final Defeating France 35-17

Ellie Kildunne made a remarkable return to the England women's rugby team by scoring two solo tries in their 35-17 victory over France, securing a spot in the Women's World Cup final against Canada. Kildunne's comeback was a significant boost after recovering from a concussion that caused her to miss the quarter-final, while Hannah Botterman also returned from injury to strengthen the pack. England's semi-final win extended their world-record winning streak to 32 matches, though their performance showed areas needing improvement, particularly in attack and handling. The match against France was fiercely competitive, with France posing significant pressure on England, who have narrowly escaped challenging encounters with them in recent years. England's head coach John Mitchell emphasized the team's focus on effectiveness and readiness for the final, acknowledging the tough challenge posed by Canada. The final at Twickenham is highly anticipated as England aims to end an 11-year wait for trophy glory and make history in women's rugby.