The Black Ferns coaching staff have made five changes to the starting team ahead of their last WXV 1 match against France.
New Zealand go in search of their first win against England since the 2022 Rugby World Cup Final, having been beaten at last year’s WXV 1 (12-33) on home soil and more recently at Allianz Stadium in preparation for WXV.
Growing up on her family farm in rural New Zealand, Hannah King’s father would regale her with stories of the stadium he most wanted to tick off his rugby bucket list.
Big guns have returned in the Black Ferns' squad named for a Northern Tour which will act as the last chance to play their biggest European foes before the 2025 Rugby World Cup.
The Black Ferns have named some reinforcements in their squad for the O'Reilly Cup sequel on July 14 in Brisbane.
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.
New Zealand and the USA are set to kick off the 2024 Pacific Four Series in Hamilton this weekend, and Black Ferns coach All Bunting hasn't been afraid to throw some bright young stars into the matchday 23.
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.
Super Rugby Aupki concluded in almost surreal circumstances at Eden Park on Saturday. Amid a storm, the Blues rallied from an improbable 18-5 deficit to foil a resolute Manawa 24-18. The quality and competitiveness of rugby has lifted significantly from 2023. Who makes a Form XV in 2024?
Chiefs Manawa have made some stunning off-season signings as they look to return to champions status in 2024.
