England star Hannah Botterman has set herself the goal of establishing herself as the best loose-head prop in the world by the end of the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup.

Rugby clubs are hoping the Women's World Cup will inspire new players to "dip their toe in" and try the sport. Friday's opening match saw England take on the USA at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland and rugby teams across north-east England hope those inspired by the game will join their clubs.

Hosts England ran in 11 tries as they brushed aside the United States 69-7 on Friday to win the opening game of the Women’s Rugby World Cup and emphasise their status as pre-tournament favourites.