Scotland's Hollie Davidson to referee second Women's Rugby World Cup final

Scotland's Hollie Davidson will referee the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 final between Canada and England, marking her second time officiating a World Cup final after the 2021 title decider. Davidson, a trailblazer in rugby officiating, joins an elite group that includes Andre Watson and Ed Morrison, and her appointment highlights her status as one of the top female referees in the sport with 46 test matches to her name. Australia’s Ella Goldsmith will referee the bronze final between New Zealand and France, making her the first Australian official in a Women’s Rugby World Cup medal match since 2014. The final's officiating team also includes Aimee Barrett-Theron and Clara Munarini as assistants, with Leo Colgan and Matteo Liperini serving as TMO and FPRO respectively. World Rugby officials praised Davidson's achievement and professionalism, emphasizing the high standards and team effort involved in officiating at the tournament. These appointments reflect ongoing progress in increasing female representation and recognition in rugby officiating at the highest levels.