Pools Confirmed for Women’s International Defence Rugby Competition 2025

The excitement for the Women’s International Defence Rugby Competition (IDRC) 2025 reached new heights as the official pool draw was held during the Army v Navy match at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.

The draw, conducted in front of a crowd of thousands and witnessed by invited representatives from each participating nation, as well as UK Armed Forces (UKAF) players and sponsors, revealed the two pools that will shape the opening stages of this landmark tournament.

 Official IDRC 2025 Pool Draw:

Pool A

  • United Kingdom Armed Forces (UKAF)
  • Ireland
  • Tonga
  • Zambia

Pool B

  • Australia
  • France
  • Fiji

This draw sets the stage for what promises to be a thrilling showcase of international defence rugby, with each team bringing unique talent and pride from their armed forces.

Fans can re-watch the pool draw during the halftime break of the Women’s Inter-Service Army v Navy rugby match via this official YouTube replay — skip to 1:17:50 for the full moment.

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