Last updated on .From the section Rugby UnionThe Women's Six Nations must not be "hamstrung" by the format of the men's competition, according to RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney. Following England women's third title in a row, the RFU is now keen to keep an April-May window. The RFU and other unions speak with the Six Nations on a weekly basis and Sweeney was clear on the English governing body's message for the future of the women's tournament. "Keep that April-May format, the weather is better, and it gets you away from the men's game," he said. Sweeney also confirmed that RFU discussions with the UK government are continuing on a bid for England to host the 2025 World Cup.

Source: BBC April 26, 2021 15:35 UTC