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  • York Community Stadium, York
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  • Sandy Park, Exeter
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  • Sky Stadium, Wellington
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  • Sandy Park, Exeter
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With six Rugby World Cup titles to their name, the Black Ferns are the most dominant team in the history of the women’s game — and a source of inspiration across the sporting world. Their fast, fearless brand of rugby has earned them fans globally, while their deep sense of connection and culture defines what it means to wear the black jersey. 

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Current Black Ferns Squad

Forwards
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Mia Anderson
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Taufa Bason
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Laura Bayfield
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Lock
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Loose Forward
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Chelsea Bremner
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Lock
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Luka Connor
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Hooker
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Dhys Faleafaga
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Loose Forward
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Vici-Rose Green
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Hooker
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Kate Henwood
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Prop
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10
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Tanya Kalounivale
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Prop
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Hooker
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Blues
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Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakalelu
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Prop
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Liana Mikaele-Tu'u
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Loose Forward
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Blues
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Jorja Miller
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Flanker
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Maama Mo’onia Vaipulu
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Lock
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Blues
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Krystal Murray
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Prop
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Number 8
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Marcelle Parkes
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Flanker
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Georgia Ponsonby
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Hooker
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Lock
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Blues
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Amy Rule
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Prop
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Layla Sae
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Flanker
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Awhina Tangen-Wainohu
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Prop
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Santo Taumata
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Prop
22
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Kennedy Tukuafu
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Flanker
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Chryss Viliko
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Prop
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Backs
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Ariana Bayler
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Halfback
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8
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Kelly Brazier
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Utility back
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Ruahei Demant
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First Five-Eighths
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Blues
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Amy du Plessis
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Midfield
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Iritana Hohaia
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Halfback
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Renee Holmes
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Fullback
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Maia Joseph
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Halfback
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Hannah King
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First Five-Eighths
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Jaymie Kolose
Winger
24
Blues
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Midfield
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Blues
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Ayesha Leti-I’iga
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Wing
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Hollyrae Mete-Renata
Centre/Winger
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Mererangi Paul
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Wing
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Risaleaana Pouri-Lane
Halfback
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Alena Saili
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Wing
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Theresa Setefano
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Centre
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Full Back
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Outside Back
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Wing
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Tara Turner
Outside back
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Katelyn Vahaakolo
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Wing
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Blues
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Stacey Waaka
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Utility back
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Portia Woodman-Wickliffe
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Wing
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Black Ferns Videos

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The Call That Changed Everything | Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 5
They’ve worn the jersey - some have even lifted the trophy. But nothing…
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode Four | Final Pressure, Collective Heart
With World Cup selection looming, the Black Ferns face emotional trials, fierce…
Black Ferns Catch Up with Their Future… and She’s Got Questions
Interviews don’t get much tougher than this! We partnered with adidas to invite…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Australia | 2025, Laurie O'Reilly Cup
The Black Ferns square off against Australia in their final clash before the…
A CRAZY Charades Showdown: All Blacks vs Black Ferns 👊
Ahead of the All Blacks and Black Ferns double header in Wellington this…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Black Ferns XV | 2025
The Black Ferns are back in action against a Black Ferns XV side with a point…
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode Three | Side by Side
As the Black Ferns strengthen bonds on and off the field, family, teammates…
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode Two | Inch By Inch
A year after falling to Canada, the Black Ferns seek redemption. In the…
The Most Passionate HAKA Ever? | Black Ferns vs USA
The Black Ferns deliver a passionate haka against a USA side bolstered by…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v USA | 2025, Pacific Four
There was no shortage of action as the Black Ferns and USA brought the curtain…
FULL GAME: Black Ferns v USA (2014)
Ahead of the Pacific Four clash between the Black Ferns and USA this weekend…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Canada | 2025, Pacific Four
Catch all the action as the Black Ferns take on Canada in a hard-fought Pacific…
Coin Rugby CHAOS with the Black Ferns! 🔥
Jordan Vahaakolo takes on Black Ferns Mererangi Paul, Sylvia Brunt, and Liana…
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Australia | 2025, Pacific Four
Catch all the action as the Black Ferns and Australia go head-to-head in a…
Black Ferns vs Wallaroos 2018: Critical Yellow Card changes the game
FULL GAME | New Zealand clash with Australia at Eden Park on the 25th of August…
Greatness: The Kendra Cocksedge Story
Legendary Black Fern halfback Kendra Cocksedge takes us on a journey through…
An American Reacts: Powerful Portia Woodman-Wickliffe 💪
Portia’s back! Watch the highlight reel as Woodman-Wickliffe comes out of…
TRANS-TASMAN RIVALRY! Black Ferns vs Wallaroos Pacific 4 Series | Action packed FULL GAME
The Black Ferns vs Wallaroos in historic Pacific Four Series clash at North…
10 of the best moments of 2024 from NZR+
Watch our top 10 moments from our streaming channel NZR+ (New Zealand Rugby…
24 of 24❗️THE BEST TRIES from a Fantastic Year of Rugby | 2024 wrap up compilation
Sit back and enjoy 24 of the best tries from 2024.

Black Ferns news

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Black Ferns name 33-strong squad for Rugby World Cup in England
Black Ferns coaches Allan Bunting, Tony Christie, Steve Jackson, Dan Cron and Riki Flutey have selected 33 players to defend their title at the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 in England next month.

Live Stream: Black Ferns Rugby World Cup Squad Naming
The Black Ferns unveil their 33-player squad for the 2025 tournament in England at 5.05pm NZT on Friday 25 July.
A look back at Rugby World Cup finals history
As anticipation builds for the naming of the Black Ferns squad for Rugby World Cup 2025 this Friday, it’s worth reflecting on a remarkable historical pattern - every Women’s Rugby World Cup final to date has featured either New Zealand or England, and often both.

Black Ferns Turn On the Heat in Whangārei
In a vibrant and competitive encounter in Whangārei, the Black Ferns defeated the Black Ferns XV 45-12.

Side by Side: Portia’s Comeback and the Power of Sisterhood
In the high-performance world of international rugby, it’s easy to focus solely on results.
Black Ferns Haka Goes Viral with 20 Million Views on TikTok
The Black Ferns captured the world’s attention with a stirring haka before their 79–14 win over the USA at North Harbour Stadium.
Black Ferns by the Numbers: Pacific Four Champions
The Black Ferns reclaimed their Pacific Four title in emphatic fashion with a 79–14 win over the USA at North Harbour Stadium on Saturday.
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe's Magnificent Seven Stuns USA
The Black Ferns have reclaimed the Pacific Four Series title with a fearless and frantic 79-14 thrashing of the USA at North Harbour Stadium.

Black Ferns named in must-win match against USA
Black Ferns selectors have named four debutants to play in a must-win clash against USA this Saturday, their last game of the Pacific Four Series (PAC4) at North Harbour Stadium.

Exclusive Access: NZR+ Launches Inside Look at Black Ferns’ 2025 Campaign
Rugby fans are set for an exclusive look inside the world of one of New Zealand’s most iconic teams with the release of Behind the Fern — a brand-new series following the Black Ferns as they prepare to defend their champions title in the UK later this year
Black Ferns named for redemption match against Canada
The Black Ferns seek redemption this Saturday in front of a home crowd in their second Pacific Four Series (PAC4) Test match against Canada at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch, 3.35pm kick-off.
Coin Rugby makes a comeback on NZR+
If you grew up in New Zealand in the '80s, '90s or early 2000s, chances are you played coin rugby across a school desk.
Wallaroos Resist, But Black Ferns' Firepower Proves Too Much in Newcastle
The Black Ferns have stretched their record to 28-0 against Australia, starting their Pacific Four campaign with a 38-12 victory over the Wallaroos at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle.

Black Ferns kickstart 2025 campaign against Australia
The Black Ferns coaching group have named their match-day 23 to play Australia in the Pacific Four Series (PAC4) at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday, May 10, 5.00pm NZT (3.00pm AEST).

Black Ferns squad confirmed for Pacfic Four Series
Black Ferns selectors Allan Bunting, Tony Christie, Steve Jackson, Dan Cron and Riki Flutey have named a 33-strong squad for the upcoming Pacific Four Series in May.
Black Ferns unveil first camp invitees player list
Black Ferns selectors have invited 49 players to attend the first Black Ferns training camp for 2025 held at NZCIS, Wellington between April 27-30 in the lead up to the Pacific Four Series (PAC4)
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe steps out of retirement for the Black Ferns in World Cup year
Black Ferns legend Portia Woodman-Wickliffe has today announced she will step out of international retirement with her sights set on a third Rugby World Cup campaign.
Jorja Miller wins Kelvin R Tremain Memorial Player of the Year
The Olympic Gold medal winning Black Ferns Sevens have swept the ASB Rugby Awards in 2024, claiming adidas New Zealand Team of the Year, Cory Sweeney the ASB New Zealand Coach of the Year and Jorja Miller receiving the prestigious Kelvin R Tremain Memorial Player of the Year title.
Wallace Sititi Crowned World Rugby Breakthrough Player of the Year
Wallace Sititi capped his stellar debut season in Test rugby by being named World Rugby's XVs Breakthrough Player of the Year at the World Rugby Awards in Monaco.
From XVs to Sevens: Vahaakolo's Quest for Gold
Former Kiwi Fern and Newcastle Knights women's NRL wing Katelyn Vahaakolo, 24, made a significant impact when switching to rugby in 2023 and is now chancing her arm in playing for the Black Ferns Sevens in the SVNS series.