
NSW Waratahs coach Mike Ruthven is calling for an expanded Super Rugby Women's competition with trans-Tasman involvement, firmly believing "the game needs it".
The Tahs crossed the Tasman to play Kiwi sides from the Super Rugby Aupiki during the pre-season, and although they lost 41-26 against the Hurricanes, they did grab a 36-36 draw against New Zealand women's champions the Auckland Blues.