Ashton Gate’s Women's RWC 2025 schedule

World Rugby has announced the match schedule for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, with Ashton Gate Stadium hosting four knockout games in eight days.

As the leading sports and events venue in the South West, Ashton Gate will be the premier knockout venue for the 10th edition of the global tournament, with two quarter-finals and both semi-finals taking place at the home of Bristol City Football Club and Bristol Bears .

Ashton Gate will host the quarter-final between the Winner of Pool B vs Runner-up of Pool A (4pm KO) on Saturday, September 13th before staging the quarter-final between the Winner of Pool A vs Runner-up of Pool B on Sunday, September 14th (4pm KO).

That means the Red Roses will definitely play their quarter-final match at Ashton Gate should they progress to the knockout stages as either the Pool A Winner or Runner-up.

Both semi-finals will also take place in BS3 with the Winner of Quarter-final 1 vs Winner of Quarter-final 2 on Friday, September 19th (7pm KO) before the Winner of Quarter-final 3 vs Winner of Quarter-final 4 on Saturday, September 20th (KO 3.30pm).

Ross Wormald, Operations Director at Ashton Gate Stadium, said: “We are incredibly proud and excited to play a part in the biggest celebration of women’s rugby by hosting two quarter-finals and both semi-finals of the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup. This is a landmark moment for our venue and for the city of Bristol, as we welcome fans from around the globe to witness world-class rugby at its very best.

“As an experienced multi-sport venue, Ashton Gate has long been a cornerstone of live sport in the UK and our stadium team are used to hosting multiple games in a short timeframe. We’re thrilled to be part of such a prestigious tournament, delivering unforgettable experiences for players, fans, and the wider rugby community, and we can’t wait to create an atmosphere that will resonate for years to come.”

With 95 per cent of the population in England within two hours of a match venue, fans will have an unprecedented opportunity to see rugby’s biggest stars in action, while host cities are getting ready to welcome international travelling fans with iconic and vibrant local experiences.

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 Managing Director Sarah Massey said: “The confirmation of the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 match schedule brings a wave of excitement as fans in the host nation and around the globe can now mark their calendars for this era-defining tournament.

“With thrilling matchups and unforgettable moments guaranteed across the length and breadth of the country, the stage is set for the world’s top teams to showcase the very best of women’s rugby. Whether you’re a rugby fan or a newcomer, join us and be part of this unstoppable energy and historic moment!”

With excitement building, fans will have the opportunity to apply for tickets for all matches from 11am on Tuesday, November 5th until 11am on Tuesday November 19th. Ballots will be used for any price categories which are oversubscribed. Fans can register to be the first to hear about ticket news here.

Prior to the two-week ticket application phase, Worldwide Partner Mastercard is offering its cardholders access to a 48-hour priority sale for all matches from 11am today until 11am on Thursday, October 24th at tickets.rugbyworldcup.com. Only Mastercard payments will be accepted during this priority window.