The Fiji Bulikula has made a remarkable leap in the women’s International Rugby League rankings, moving up from 26th to 16th place following their victory in securing a Pacific berth at the upcoming 2025 World Series. This advancement highlights their commitment to and participation in international play, as they have significantly increased their match count this year, with two fixtures in the World Cup qualifying tournament which effectively doubled their international appearances since 1998.
Other regional teams have also seen changes in rankings, with Samoa achieving an impressive ascent from 24th to 11th place after their successful run in the Pacific Championships. Meanwhile, Tonga has edged up from 14th to 15th position.
On the men’s side, the Fiji Bati experienced a slight decline, dropping from 6th to 7th, while Papua New Guinea has ascended to take the 6th spot. The IRL World Rankings are determined by evaluating each nation’s performance over the current season as well as the three preceding seasons, reflecting the ongoing competitiveness of international rugby league.
This upward trend for the Fiji Bulikula is a promising sign for the future of women’s rugby in the region, demonstrating their capability to compete at higher levels and potentially inspiring more support and development for the sport moving forward.
Summary: The Fiji Bulikula has jumped to 16th in women’s International Rugby League rankings after successfully securing a spot in the 2025 World Series. Samoa and Tonga also improved their standings, while the men’s Fiji Bati dropped to 7th. The IRL rankings reflect performance over multiple seasons, showcasing the growing competitiveness in rugby league.
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