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HISTORICAL FACTS: Black ferns | History Defined

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

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‘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

Newsroom.co.nz

Thank you LockerRoom

Ending a two-year sportswriting fellowship at LockerRoom, Merryn Anderson reflects on a remarkable period in sport

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

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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.

Newsroom.co.nz

Lucy Jenkins, tackling machine

A new, standout player for the Black Ferns this year has been making hits and a big splash in provincial rugby for years, writes Adam Julian

Newsroom.co.nz

A First XV of the Black Ferns' opponents

Ahead of a new international women's rugby tournament, Adam Julian rates a team of the best opponents the Black Ferns have faced.

Newsroom.co.nz

A tale of two Ferns in one city

Both the Silver Ferns and Black Ferns pulled in crowds and took home the spoils in one frenzied day in Hamilton. But is there room in Kiwi hearts for both?

Newsroom.co.nz

Try queen almost quit her Black Ferns dream

A prolific try-scorer in any team she makes, Martha Mataele is looking to cross the try line for the Black Ferns, as she's named in the squad for the first time.

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