The Kenya Lionesses are set to make history as they compete in the inaugural World Rugby WX3 competition.

The recent completion of qualification matches has revealed their opponents for the anticipated event, which will take place in Dubai over three weekends in October this year.

Kenya Lionesses competing dates

The prestigious Sevens Stadium in Dubai has been selected as the venue to host all nine matches of WXV 3 from October 14 to 28, 2023.

The Kenya Lionesses will compete alongside formidable teams from Colombia, Fiji, Ireland, Kazakhstan, and Spain.

It is an exciting opportunity for the Lionesses to showcase their talent and skill on the global stage.

WXV is a groundbreaking three-tier annual global women’s international 15s competition that aims to revolutionize the landscape of women’s international rugby.

Importance of WVX to Kenya Lionesses

It provides a significant pathway for all rugby unions and serves as a competitive platform leading up to the expanded 16-team Rugby World Cup in 2025.

This year’s edition of WXV, the first of its kind, will feature three divisions, each comprising six nations, evenly divided across two pools.

The participating teams earned their spots through regional competitions and play-in matches.

The tournament will witness intense battles as teams vie for victory and aim to secure their positions in the rankings. The matches will be closely contested, with each team seeking to make a mark in this inaugural event.

With rugby gaining increasing popularity among women athletes, the World Rugby WX3 competition is a significant step forward in promoting gender equality and recognition for women in the sport.