The tenth women's World Cup is one match old but the tournament is already setting records. Maher and hosts England are making a mark

SUNDERLAND, England — Ilona Maher’s mission at the Women’s Rugby World Cup is about more than just winning games. Heading into the United States’ tournament opener on Friday, the world’s most followed rugby player on social media wants to get more eyeballs on the sport as it ramps up attempts to crack the market in America.

Maher sees WWE as a potential stepping stone to Hollywood, much like the paths taken by former wrestlers-turned-actors Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and John Cena. 'I would love to get into the acting space and the scripted space,' Maher said. 'I think a Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, John Cena progression I would love to do that.'