Black Ferns, France
Black Ferns triumph over France
Sports commentator Ken Laban says Allan Bunting and the Black Ferns pulled through, beating France 39-14 in Canada yesterday. Sports commentator Ken Laban says Allan Bunting and the Black Ferns pulled through, beating France 39-14 in Canada yesterday.
England too strong for Black Ferns in Langley
The Black Ferns were punished immediately. A shallow clearance gifted England a lineout inside the Black Ferns half. England secured possession at the back and a sumptuous move involving six passes with loops and decoys saw winger Abby Dow unmarked and clear.
The Black Ferns are well aware of what's at stake heading into their final W-V-X-1 match against France in Vancouver
A defeat would see the Black Ferns drop to fourth in the world rankings -- which would be their lowest ever position -- which could prove critical ahead of next week's World Cup draw. Halfback Iritana Hohaia says they're up for that challenge knowing there's more than just pride on the line.
Rugby: Black Ferns find their mojo with strong win over France
Katelyn Vaha'akolo scored a hat-trick of tries as the Black Ferns broke their run of losses at the WXV 1 tournament with a 39-14 over France in Vancouver.
Black Ferns named for final test against France
The Black Ferns coaching group have named their match-day 23 to play France in their final Test of the WXV1 Tournament at BC Place, Vancouver. The match will be screened live on Sky Sport NZ on Sunday, October 13, at 11.45am NZST.
The Black Ferns are beginning to turn their attention to next year's Rugby World Cup, after finishing their test season on a high
New Zealand recorded a 39-14 win over France in their final W-X-V-1 clash in Vancouver. Skipper Ruahei Demant is calling for her players to avoid being complacent ahead of the pinnacle event. The Black Ferns have finished fourth at the W-X-V-1 tournament, with England clinching the title following a 21-12 win over Canada.
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