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Breach hat-trick fires nine-try England to emphatic win against New Zealand

Abigail Dow and Ellie Kildunne also scored two tries each in England’s commanding 49-31 victory against New Zealand in the WXV

The Guardian - UK

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

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Abby Dow reveals key mindset shift helping Red Roses ‘crush’ teams defensively

England’s defence was excellent as they beat the world champion Black Ferns in their final WXV warm-up

The Independent UK

England 24-12 New Zealand: Red Roses underline World Cup credentials

Hosts cruise to win over defending world champions

Evening Standard

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

Abby Dow shines as England’s fast start sees off New Zealand in physical battle

England held firm to beat the Black Ferns 24-12 at Twickenham after racing into an early lead

The Guardian - UK

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Red Roses and Black Ferns reignite rivalry with ‘extra edge’ at renamed Allianz Stadium

Known as Twickenham for more than 100 years, the home of English rugby begins a new era with New Zealand in London to resume this classic rivalry

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

King Charles Is Making His Own Royal Rules When It Comes to PDA

"A hug? Why not!"

Marie Claire

Red Roses launch first ‘wearable report’ to highlight rugby’s gender awareness gap

Designed by full-back Ellie Kildunne, the clothing range utilises data from the Women’s Sports Trust to showcase the growth and challenges of the sport

The Independent UK

England boss John Mitchell explains why Twickenham renaming as Allianz Stadium is ‘only positive’

The Red Roses will be the first England side to play at the retitled Allianz Stadium against the Black Ferns in September

The Independent UK

New Zealand Rugby Sevens Captain Portia Woodman-Wickliffe Retires

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe bids farewell after leading New Zealand to Olympic gold in women's rugby sevens.

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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.

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Buoyant Wallaroos hopeful of breaking Kiwi hoodoo

The Wallaroos are confident they are getting closer to beating the Black Ferns as they seek their first Test rugby win against New Zealand.

AAP

New Zealand thrash Wallaroos in Pacific Four mismatch

The Wallaroos have suffered a 67-19 reality-check loss to New Zealand in Auckland to finish the Pacific Four rugby series winless.

The Guardian - AU

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

AAP

Wallaroos look to prove themselves against NZ

The Wallaroos have a tough match ahead against the Black Ferns but their captain is confident they can redeem themselves after their poor run this season.

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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 Guardian - AU

Tackle training and too many urinals: New Zealand women face challenges as they flock to rugby

Participation up 20% since Black Ferns World Cup victory but change rooms and tackle safety among challenges for female players

Newsroom.co.nz

The rise and rise of women's sport

Almost a third more Kiwi eyeballs were glued to women’s sport in the past year, proving the worth of hosting three World Cups in NZ. But how do sports maintain the momentum? Suzanne McFadden reports.

Newsroom.co.nz

Black Ferns, Red Roses, red cards and red faces

Rugby writer Adam Julian sums up the first Women's XV international tournament - and examines how the Black Ferns find themselves once again so far behind England

Newsroom.co.nz

The Black Ferns postie who set the rugby world on fire

Black Fern Rochelle Martin has broken glass ceilings in both fire fighting and rugby, as a three-time World Cup champion. She's recognised as one of the pioneers of women's rugby in the new book, Our Game Makers.

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

Newsroom.co.nz

Multi-talented Murray ready for England rematch

The last player to grab the ball in New Zealand's epic World Cup win against England last year is ready to do battle again against a Red Roses team out for revenge, Adam Julian writes.

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