8 hottest rugby WAGs at the 2023 World Cup

From Anlia Etzebeth to Michelle Daly, here is a list of the 8 stunning and hottest WAGs who are headed to the 2023 Rugby World Cup
PUBLISHED SEP 10, 2023
Beth Dolling (L) and Joanna Cooper are among the hottest rugby WAGs at the World Cup 2023 (@bethdolling, and @joannacoops/Instagram)
Beth Dolling (L) and Joanna Cooper are among the hottest rugby WAGs at the World Cup 2023 (@bethdolling, and @joannacoops/Instagram)

From Rachel Kolisi to Mine van Niekerk, here are the 8 hottest rugby WAGs at the 2023 World Cup

Beth Dolling (L) and Joanna Cooper are among the hottest rugby WAGs at the World Cup 2023 (@hollieshearer, @minevanniekerk, @hannahlaity/Instagram)
(L-R) Hollie Shearer, Mine van Niekerk, and Hannah Barrett are among the hottest rugby WAGs at the World Cup 2023 (@hollieshearer, @minevanniekerk, and @hannahlaity/Instagram)

Some of the most talented people come from the sports industry. Athletes, however, possess an extraordinary amount of appeal along with aptitude and ability. The World Cup has arrived, which means that the attractive WAGs (Wives or Girlfriends) of players will be in the stands supporting their athlete boyfriend/spouse. Here is a list of the 8 stunning and hottest WAGs headed to the Rugby World Cup in 2023.

8. Beth Dolling, 23 — Girlfriend of Marcus Smith (England)

(@bethdolling/Instagram)
Beth Dolling (@bethdolling/Instagram)

Marcus Smith's beautiful girlfriend Beth Dolling has been in adverts for PrettyLittleThing, a major online retailer of clothing. She is also pursuing a singing career and has an Instagram account devoted to it. Marcus and Beth have been dating for four years.

7. Joanna Cooper, 29 — Wife of Conor Murray (Ireland)

Joanna Cooper (@joannacoops/Instagram)
Joanna Cooper (@joannacoops/Instagram)

Conor Murray, a rugby star for Munster and Ireland married his longtime partner Derry model Joanna Cooper, who was the 2015 Miss Universe Ireland. The couple is well known for their ardent support of one another, with Joanna showing up to cheer on her partner at major athletic contests and Conor assisting Joanna with her modeling endeavors and clothing line ventures.

6. Hollie Shearer, 28 — Girlfriend of Joe Marchant (England)

Hollie Shearer (@hollieshearer/Instagram)
Hollie Shearer (@hollieshearer/Instagram)

Alan Shearer's singer daughter Hollie appeared to have confirmed her relationship with England rugby star Joe Marchant by sharing several images of the two on her Instagram page. The famous Harlequins center has been featured in multiple photos with the 28-year-old singer.

5. Mine van Niekerk, 30 — Wife of Faf de Klerk (South Africa)

Miné van Niekerk (@minevanniekerk/Instagram)
Mine van Niekerk (@minevanniekerk/Instagram)

In October 2022, Faf de Klerk and Mine van Niekerk exchanged vows at La Paris Estate in Franschhoek. Mine graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree and is a pharmacist by profession.

4. Hannah Barrett, 29 — Wife of Beauden Barrett (New Zealand)

Hannah Barrett (@hannahlaity/Instagram)
Hannah Barrett (@hannahlaity/Instagram)

Hannah Barrett, born Hannah Laity, gained notoriety after marrying Beauden Barrett. She is now largely recognized as a celebrity spouse. Hannah is also a recognized chartered accountant from New Zealand, who has 100K Instagram followers and is highly successful in her field.

3. Anlia Etzebeth, 31 — Wife of Eben Etzebeth (South Africa)

Anlia Etzebeth (@anliastar/Instagram)
Anlia Etzebeth (@anliastar/Instagram)

Renowned Springboks player Eben Etzebeth is married to popular South African soap opera actress Anlia van Rensburg. Anlia has also experimented with various other entertainment business jobs. The couple first met in October 2021 in the picturesque coastal community of Melkbosstrand, north of Cape Town.

2. Michelle Daly — Wife of Elliot Daly (England)

Elliot Daly (L) and Michelle Daly got married in 2021 (@elliotdaly/Instagram)
Elliot Daly (L) and Michelle Daly got married in 2021 (@elliotdaly/Instagram)

Michelle Daly, born Michelle Cussell, exchanged vows with Elliot Daly in a glamorous wedding in 2021. Saracens flanker Elliot first met his stunning wife Michelle when he was in school. Michelle owns and operates her own photographic business called Michelle Sylvia Photography. She doesn't appear to have an Instagram account.

1. Rachel Kolisi, 33 — Wife of Siya Kolisi (South Africa)

Rachel Kolisi (@rachelkolisi/Instagram)
Rachel Kolisi (@rachelkolisi/Instagram)

Rachel Kolisi, born Rachel Smith, is married to South Africa's first Black captain Siya Kolisi, who is considered to be one of the best and most important rugby players in the country. Rachel worked as a marketing executive before having children. She now regularly uploads family and fitness photos to Instagram, where she has amassed a sizable following of over 351K followers. Rachel and Siya got married on August 13, 2016.

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