The Black Ferns have named some reinforcements in their squad for the O'Reilly Cup sequel on July 14 in Brisbane.
The Black Ferns have named their team to play Australia for the O'Reilly Cup this weekend as they look to bounce back from a disappointing loss to Canada.
Winger Ruby Tui can see positives in New Zealand’s shock 22-19 loss to Canada.
Canada have claimed their first-ever win over the Black Ferns and the Pacific Four Series title under grey cloud on a cold afternoon in Christchurch with a historic 22-19 win.
Aldora Itunu is set to represent New Zealand at Test level for the first time since 2021 on Sunday when the Black Ferns take on Canada.
The Black Ferns have beaten the USA 13 times in 14 internationals outscoring the Eagles 645-95. Their only defeat against the USA was 7-0 in 1991.
Form has been rewarded for five players following the biggest Super Rugby Aupiki season to date, with Black Ferns Director of Rugby Allan Bunting suitably impressed by the several youngsters who took the 2024 season by storm.
Black Ferns coach Glen Moore has selected nine test debutants for the Black Ferns' clash with England this weekend, which will mark NZ's 100th test.
Almost half the squad named today will be in line for their international debut next month, with 12 debutants and a further four players whose only experience in the black jersey was last year’s domestic series.
Six debutants will don the black jersey in the Black Ferns side to play the NZ Barbarians this weekend.