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Fixtures and schedule confirmed for first women’s British and Irish Lions tour

The Lions will take on the Black Ferns in a three-Test series in 2027

The Independent UK

The big mistake New Zealand made to lose their Women’s World Cup crown

Having triumphed on home soil at the last tournament, the Black Ferns failure to build properly on that success culminated in a semi-final defeat to Canada

The Independent UK

Ruthless New Zealand machine an ominous obstacle on England’s horizon

The Black Ferns look to be peaking at the ideal time and once again pose the biggest threat to the Red Roses’ hopes of lifting the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

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The exciting new twist to New Zealand and South Africa’s historic rugby rivalry

As the two nations’ men’s and women’s sides prepare to meet on the same day, development behind the scenes suggests the great rivals are about to become even more familiar with one another

The Independent UK

‘Pressure is a privilege’: Braxton Sorensen-McGee on being New Zealand’s youngest star

The 18-year-old is one of several prominent young Black Ferns fighting to retain the title and secure New Zealand’s seventh World Cup

The Guardian - AU

Wallaroos look to step up against champion Black Ferns

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp would love to leave Wellington with Australia's first win over New Zealand as the Australian women's side continues to show improvement.

AAP

Brave Australia dealt reality check in defeat to ruthless New Zealand

Wallaroos lose 38-12 to Black Ferns in Pacific Four Series opener as reigning World Cup champions extend hoodoo over rivals to 28 matches

The Guardian - AU

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Marlie Packer explains key mindset change as England brace for Black Ferns backlash

Consecutive defeats to the Red Roses and Ireland have left the Black Ferns reeling as the world champions prepare to again square off with Packer’s side

The Independent UK

Why England’s ‘Super Eight’ could be key to crunch New Zealand clash at WXV

The Red Roses’ bench could have a vital role to play as they take on a wounded Black Ferns side in Canada

The Independent UK

Red Roses open Allianz Stadium in style with victory over New Zealand – but one big question remains

England 24-12 New Zealand: The Red Roses beat the Black Ferns to continue a winning run on home soil that stretches back to 2016

The Independent UK

New Zealand women seek ‘sweet’ revenge over England at Twickenham

The Red Roses thrashed the Black Ferns in the inaugural WXV 1 trophy last year, now they are in London wanting payback

The Guardian - UK

Black Ferns Rugby Sevens Team Celebrates Back-To-Back Gold Medals

The Black Ferns Rugby Sevens team celebrates their gold medal victory with a traditional Maori ceremony, marking a historic milestone in their sevens career.

Top News

Wallaroos suffer biggest home defeat to New Zealand

The Black Ferns have trounced the Wallaroos 62-0 in a dominant display capped by a four-try haul from prolific winger Katelyn Vahaakolo.

AAP

Wallaroos drop to second tier as ruthless Black Ferns cruise to Pacific Four victory

New Zealand run in 11 tries during 67-19 rout of Australia, as Jo Yapp’s side are relegated to the WXV2 to be played in South Africa

The Guardian - AU

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The Guardian - UK

‘Huge for the next generation’: Lions to send first women’s team to New Zealand

A three-Test series against the Black Ferns has been confirmed for September 2027 and tours of France and US may follow in the future

The Independent UK

England ‘absolutely gunning’ for New Zealand a year on from World Cup final agony

Red Roses vice captain Zoe Aldcroft details the squad’s ‘freedom’ under a new regime for WXV1

The Conversation

'You can’t speak what you can’t hear' – how Māori and Pacific sports stars are helping revitalise vulnerable languages

We’re becoming more used to hearing and seeing te reo Māori in everyday use these days. And Pacific languages are becoming increasingly familiar too – especially during the Pacific language weeks now under way.

AAP

Caslick claims top world rugby gong

Sevens superstar Charlotte Caslick has won her third World Rugby player of the year award in Monaco following a triumphant year for the women's team.

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New Zealand's childhood combination may quash Jillaroos' Rugby League World Cup dream

Amber Hall and Mele Hufunga have been two of the best players at the World Cup and now the childhood best mates are hell bent on winning it all for New Zealand.

The Guardian - AU

Seeing, hearing, feeling Māori: the night New Zealand won more than a rugby match

The Women’s Rugby World Cup was a milestone for seeing Māori culture and worldview deeply embedded in Aotearoa’s national identity

The Guardian - UK

Graham Henry: ‘What I like about the Black Ferns is they’re so passionate about the game’

The former All Blacks coach on why rolling mauls should be banned, the 2023 World Cup and what he has learned from coaching women

Wales Online

Today's rugby news as Nigel Owens publicly slams Rassie Erasmus and Rees-Zammit nominated for World Rugby award

The latest rugby headlines and news bulletins from Wales and beyond

The Conversation

‘The moment needs to carry on’ – why the Black Ferns’ success must be a game-changer for women’s sport in NZ

Saturday night’s heart-stopping 34-31 Women’s Rugby World Cup victory by the New Zealand Black Ferns over England was more than a great game, it was a milestone in women’s sport in general.

The Guardian - UK

England may not have won World Cup but they have changed women’s rugby

Even in the crushing disappointment of defeat, there is much for the Red Roses to be proud of

The Guardian - AU

‘Come together as one’: Black Ferns’ World Cup triumph unites nation

New Zealand’s Rugby World Cup victory was a fitting end to a tournament that has sparked new fever for the women’s game

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