Clinical Kildunne leads England past France to book final date with Canadians 

World player of the year Kildunne celebrated her return to the sideby running in the opening try before conjuring the 70th-minute score that confirmed the Red Roses' place in the main event at Allianz Stadium next Saturday.

SHUSH: Tempers flare as England's Ellie Kildunne (centre right) gestures towards France's Marine Menager during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 semi-final match at Ashton Gate, Bristol. Pic: Ben Whitley/PA Wire

Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final: England 35 France 17

Ellie Kildunne produced two stunning finishes as England survived a scare to set up a World Cup final against Canada by overcoming France 35-17 at Ashton Gate.