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About the team

The Black Ferns are New Zealand's premier women's rugby team and the most dominant team in all of rugby with Rugby World Cup titles in 1998, 2002 2006, 2010 and 2017 and 2021 (played in 2022). They have one of the best winning percentages in international rugby, with victory in over 85 percent of their Tests.

The Black Ferns successful 2017 season was a landmark one for women’s rugby with the Black Ferns becoming the first women’s team to ever be named the World Rugby Team of the Year.

In 2022, the Black Ferns captured the imagination of Aotearoa when they lifted the Rugby World Cup on home soil for the first time. Playing in front of then world record crowd of 42,000 for women’s rugby, the Black Ferns edged England 34-31 in a thrilling final.

A New Zealand women's selection first took the field in 1989 and competed at the 1991 Women's Rugby World Cup.

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2024 Pacific Four Series

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    USA Women
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    Sat 11 May
    02:05PM NZST
    FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton
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    Canada Women
    Canada Women
     
    Sun 19 May
    04:35PM NZST
    Apollo Projects Stadium, Christchurch
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2024 O’Reilly Cup presented by Ryman Healthcare

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    Australia Women V2 Primary
    Australia Women
     
    Sat 25 May
    02:05PM NZST
    North Harbour Stadium, Auckland
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Current Squad

Alana Bremner
Amy du Plessis
Amy Rule
Ariana Bayler
Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu
Charmaine Smith
Chelsea Bremner
Chryss Viliko
Georgia Ponsonby
Iritana Hohaia
Kate Henwood
Katelyn Vahaakolo
Kennedy Simon
Krystal Murray
Layla Sae
Liana Mikaele-Tu'u
Lucy Jenkins
Luka Connor
Maiakawanakaulani Roos
Martha Mataele
Mererangi Paul
Natalie Delamere
Patricia Maliepo
Renee Holmes
Rosie Kelly
Ruahei Demant
Ruby Tui
Sophie Fisher
Sylvia Brunt
Tanya Kalounivale

Black Ferns news

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Contrasting fortunes on day one in Los Angeles
The opening day of the Los Angeles Sevens saw contrasting fortunes for the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens.

Embracing Authenticity: Shiray Kaka's Transformation in Sevens
"New Ray” is how a rejuvenated Shiray Kaka describes her new lease on life.
Almanack unveils its 2023 players of the year
It's a measure of halfback Cam Roigard's rapid rise on the New Zealand rugby scene that he has been named one of the five players of the year by the editors of the New Zealand Rugby Almanack.
Black Ferns Sevens hit top gear on day one in Vancouver
The first day of the Vancouver Sevens was a study of contrasts between the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens.

Black Ferns Test season begins to take shape for 2024
The Black Ferns will kick off their 2024 Test calendar with three home Tests against USA, Canada and Australia as they look to defend their Pacific Four Series title before heading to Australia for a potential O’Reilly Cup decider.
History of the Australian Sevens tournament
The third leg of the 2023/24 HSBC SVNS series will be held at Optus Stadium in Perth from January 26-28.

Lions Tour and World Cup promise a new era for rugby in 2027
Dove-tailing a women's British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand with the 2027 men's Rugby World Cup in Australia will provide more than three months of unprecedented top trans-Tasman action for the game.
New Zealand to host inaugural British & Irish Lions Women’s Tour
Off the back of record-breaking crowds at the Rugby World Cup in 2022 and hosting the inaugural WXV1 competition, women’s rugby in New Zealand is set for another major milestone with the first ever British & Irish Lions Women’s Tour confirmed for 2027.
Smith's appointment hailed as a masterstroke
New All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's move to have Sir Wayne Smith on board as a performance director has been hailed a masterstroke.
Ardie Savea wins top prize at ASB Rugby Awards
A month after claiming World Rugby’s biggest prize, Ardie Savea has claimed the Kelvin R Tremain Memorial Player of the Year at this evening’s ASB Rugby Awards.

World Cup Windback: 2006 Black Ferns
Take a trip down memory lane as we look back at the 2006 starting XV that won the World Cup in Edmonton, Canada.

Sky Fans Try of the Year 2023 voting open
There have been some cracking tries in 2023 and now the time has come to vote on the best.
Looking back on the Black Ferns 2023 season
The busiest Black Ferns season outside a Rugby World Cup is over with five victories achieved in seven Tests.

Celebrating 200 years of rugby
From a humble start in 1823 at Rugby School, England, to becoming a global phenomenon, we trace the pivotal moments that have shaped the rich tapestry of rugby history and made an indelible mark on New Zealand culture.

Katelyn Vahaakolo named World Rugby Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the Year
Katelyn Vahaakolo has been named World Rugby Women’s 15s Breakthrough Player of the year in partnership with Tudor following the Black Ferns loss against England (12-33) in the final round of WXV1 at Go Media Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland this evening.

Black Ferns fall to England in WXV 1 decider
England is the inaugural WXV 1 champion, overpowering the Black Ferns 33-12 at Go Media Stadium Mt Smart in Auckland
Demant nominated for World Rugby Player of the Year award
Black Ferns captain Ruahei Demant could be named World Rugby's Player of the Year for the second year running.
PREVIEW: Black Ferns v England (WXV 1)
The Black Ferns must beat England while picking up more or the same number of bonus points to capture the inaugural WXV1 title in Auckland at Go Media Stadium Mt Smart on Saturday.

Black Ferns team named to play England in WXV1 finale
The Black Ferns team has been named to face England in their final match of the inaugural WXV1 tournament at Go Media Stadium Mount Smart this Saturday at 7.00pm.
It all comes down to the final round of WXV 1
The final round of the inaugural WXV 1 will be held at Go Media Stadium Mt Smart in Auckland with the winner likely to emerge from the Black Ferns long-awaited World Cup final rematch with England.

Black Ferns Videos

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ASB Rugby Awards 2023 (Full Show)
Catch all the action from the 2023 edition of the ASB Rugby Awards.
Sky Fans Try of the Year (2023)
The time has come to vote for the 2023 Sky Fans Try of the Year.
HIGHLIGHTS | Blacks Ferns v England | WXV 1, 2023
The winner of the inaugural WXV 1 title will be decided when the Black Ferns…
HIGHLIGHTS | Blacks Ferns v Wales | WXV 1, 2023
The Black Ferns return to Dunedin for the first time since 1997 to face Wales…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v France | WXV 1, 2023
The Black Ferns meet France in a rematch of the 2021 Rugby World Cup semifinal…
George Bower and Stacey Waaka Analyse the Epic All Blacks v Ireland clash
The Front Row Daily Show is found on NZR+ which features a catalogue of behind…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Australia | Laurie O’Reilly Cup 2023
The Laurie O’Reilly Cup is on the line as the Black Ferns face old foes…
Epic Showdown Revisited: Wallaroos v Black Ferns 2022
As the anticipation builds to the Black Ferns v Wallaroos clash for the Laurie…
Breaking Barriers: Kendra's Path to Becoming a Rugby Legend (NZR+)
Legendary Black Ferns halfback Kendra Cocksedge takes us on a journey through…
Welcome to NZR+
NZR+ is here! It's rugby, plus some. Stream documentaries, short films…
Every Black Ferns try from the 2023 Pacific Four
Catch up on all the Black Ferns tries from the 2023 Pacific Four!
HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v USA (Ottawa)
Catch up on all the big moments from the final clash of the Pacific Four.
EXTENDED HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v Australia (Brisbane)
Catch up on the best moments from the Black Ferns opening Test of 2023.
Find your Incredible
What is it that makes you incredible? Find your incredible and next career move…
Black Ferns Trophy Tour: Christchurch
The Black Ferns Trophy tour stopped by Christchurch on Monday December 12 to…
ASB Rugby Awards 2022
Catch all the action from the 2022 edition of the ASB Rugby Awards brought to…
Sky Fans Try of the Year 2022
Have your say and vote on the Sky fans try of the Year for 2022!
A letter from Portia to the next generation of Black Ferns
Portia Woodman has a message for the players of tomorrow.
Wes Clarke on the Rugby World Cup final
Assistant Coach, Wes Clarke speaks to the media ahead of the Black Ferns' Rugby…
What 'family' means to the Black Ferns
How big an influence does family have on the Black Ferns? Let the players tell…