American Olympic bronze medallist could appear in this season’s after the Rugby Football Union said it had supported her visa application.

In a coup for the English women’s top-flight, sevens star Maher is the most followed social media star in rugby union with 4.5m Instagram followers and 3.2m followers on Tiktok.

Ilona Maher reflects on her DWTS journey, sharing gratitude and pride after an incredible season ending as runner-up.

The RFU told it has provided governing body endorsement for Maher in support of her visa application to play in England.

It remains to be seen which club she will sign for, but she has reportedly, external been in talks with both and Gloucester-Hartpury.

Having recently finished as runner-up in the US version of Strictly Come Dancing — Dancing with the Stars — it means the 28-year-old could join a club and resume her XVs career ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup.

Ilona Maher reflects on her DWTS journey, sharing gratitude and pride after an incredible season ending as runner-up.

On November 29, Maher teased her return to rugby by posting a highlights reel on her Instagram, external with a subtitled question: «Is it about time I get back to the pitch?»

Maher is established in sevens but only has two caps for the USA XVs side from 2021.

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