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| Highest governing body | International Rugby League |
|---|---|
| Nicknames | League, RL, rugby, rugby XIII (used throughout Europe) League, footy, football (used throughout Oceania) |
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | Full Contact |
| Team members | Thirteen |
| Mixed-sex | Single |
| Type | Team sport, Outdoor |
| Equipment | Rugby ball |
| Venue | Rugby league playing field |
Women's rugby league is the female-only version of rugby league.
The sport has growing more popular in Australia, France, Great Britain, and New Zealand. These countries regularly compete in the Women's Rugby League World Cup which has been in operation since 2000.