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Chloe Merrell at the Copper Box

REVEALED: England force tense draw with australia before quad series final rematch | Rare Historical Photos

Helen Housby celebrates after scoring at the end to earn England a draw with Australia.
Helen Housby celebrates after scoring at the end to earn England a draw with Australia. Photograph: Alex Davidson/Getty Images

“It’s probably my proudest moment,” said the captain Serena Guthrie after England came from behind to tie their third Quad Series game 48-48 with the world No 1 team, Australia, before playing them again in the final on Wednesday. “We showed them who we are,” she added.

Having already both guaranteed a shot at the title thanks to victories over New Zealand and South Africa, this game was touted as a dress-rehearsal before the title decider: ultimately meaningless but an important test of character.

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