Black Ferns
1998, 2002, 2006, 2010, 2017, 2021
Rugby World Cup Winners
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Allianz Stadium TwickenhamBlack Ferns42
Full Time26France Women
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Go Media Stadium Mt Smart, AucklandBlack Ferns
TBCWallaroos
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FNB Stadium, JohannesburgSouth Africa Woman
TBCBlack Ferns
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Allianz Stadium TwickenhamBlack Ferns42
Full Time26France Women
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Go Media Stadium Mt Smart, AucklandBlack Ferns
TBCWallaroos
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FNB Stadium, JohannesburgSouth Africa Woman
TBCBlack Ferns
Black Ferns 2026 Home Schedule
The Black Ferns will welcome France back to Aotearoa New Zealand for a blockbuster three-Test home series in 2026, as part of the new WXV Global Series.
The series headlines a four-match home schedule that will take international rugby to fans nationwide, with Tests being played across the year in Auckland against Australia, and Hamilton, Whangārei and Christchurch against France.
Between August and the end of October fans from north to south will get to see their World Cup heroes and rising stars.
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Want more? NZR+ offers a front-row seat to the Black Ferns - stream historic Tests, exclusive interviews, and documentaries that go inside the team environment. If you think the matchday is good, wait until you see what happens off the field.
Undeniable passion, unforgettable black ferns
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.
Welcome to the Black Ferns Game Hub
Step inside the BFF Game Hub and discover games, challenges, and ways to show your support. Play along and collect digital charms to build your very own Black Ferns charm bracelet. With fresh content added regularly, there’s always something new to discover and always another way to back the Ferns. This is your place to play, collect, and celebrate our wāhine toa.
Current Black Ferns Squad
Forwards
Mia
Anderson
Loose Forward
23
Taufa
Bason
Loose Forward
19
#267
Lock
26
6
#223
Loose Forward
28
35
25
#218
Lock
30
26
15
#207
Hooker
29
26
30
#224
Loose Forward
25
3
#266
Hooker
23
5
#245
Prop
36
14
#237
Prop
26
27
15
#261
Hooker
22
10
10
#263
Prop
21
3
#227
Loose Forward
23
35
30
#264
Flanker
21
7
25
#259
Lock
23
7
10
#226
Prop
32
14
15
#233
Number 8
23
16
35
#203
Flanker
28
7
0
#232
Hooker
25
37
25
#231
Lock
24
38
15
#243
Prop
27
10
5
#244
Prop
22
7
#210
Flanker
29
36
25
#254
Prop
24
19
15
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Mia AndersonLoose Forward23
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Taufa BasonLoose Forward19
-
#267
Lock266
-
#223
Loose Forward283525
-
#218
Lock302615
-
#207
Hooker292630
-
#224
Loose Forward253
-
#266
Hooker235
-
#245
Prop3614
-
#237
Prop262715
-
#261
Hooker221010
-
#263
Prop213
-
#227
Loose Forward233530
-
#264
Flanker21725
-
#259
Lock23710
-
#226
Prop321415
-
#233
Number 8231635
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#203
Flanker2870
-
#232
Hooker253725
-
#231
Lock243815
-
#243
Prop27105
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#244
Prop227
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#210
Flanker293625
-
#254
Prop241915
Backs
#228
Halfback
28
8
#153
Utility back
36
45
195
#196
First Five-Eighths
30
53
130
#219
Midfield
26
24
35
#248
Halfback
25
19
5
#221
Fullback
25
31
199
#258
Halfback
23
16
5
#260
First Five-Eighths
21
10
22
Jaymie
Kolose
Winger
24
#239
Midfield
21
29
55
#201
Wing
26
30
105
Hollyrae
Mete-Renata
Centre/Winger
21
#246
Wing
27
14
70
#265
Risaleaana
Pouri-Lane
Halfback
25
#197
Wing
26
5
#194
Centre
30
25
40
#262
Full Back
19
9
74
#234
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Outside Back
22
3
5
Tara
Turner
Outside back
21
#247
Wing
25
20
125
#183
Utility back
30
32
65
#172
Wing
34
34
250
-
#228
Halfback288
-
#153
Utility back3645195
-
#196
First Five-Eighths3053130
-
#219
Midfield262435
-
#248
Halfback25195
-
#221
Fullback2531199
-
#258
Halfback23165
-
#260
First Five-Eighths211022
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Jaymie KoloseWinger24
-
#239
Midfield212955
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#201
Wing2630105
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Hollyrae Mete-RenataCentre/Winger21
-
#246
Wing271470
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#265
Risaleaana Pouri-LaneHalfback25
-
#197
Wing265
-
#194
Centre302540
-
#262
Full Back19974
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#234
Outside Back2235
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Tara TurnerOutside back21
-
#247
Wing2520125
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#183
Utility back303265
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#172
Wing3434250
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Triple Threat | Episode 7 | Black Ferns DNA -
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 11 | For The Love of It -
Triple Threat | Episode 6 | We're Ready! -
5 Minutes of Braxton Sorensen-McGee DOMINATING in the Rugby World Cup -
Triple Threat | Episode 5 | Walk Towards It -
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v France | Bronze Medal Match, Rugby World Cup 2025 -
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 10 | One More Step -
Last Time They Met: Black Ferns v France -
FULL GAME: Black Ferns v France 2022 | 80th minute madness! -
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Canada | Semifinal, Rugby World Cup 2025 -
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 9 | With Me With You -
Witnessing GREATNESS - Ruahei Demant's 50 Test Milestone -
Triple Threat | Episode 4 | Waiting For That Phone Call -
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v South Africa | Quarterfinal, Rugby World Cup 2025 -
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 8 | Redemption Ground -
Last Time They Met: Black Ferns v South Africa -
The Secret Behind Jorja Miller's Rugby GENIUS + Raw Conversations with Ilona Maher -
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Ireland | Pool C, Rugby World Cup 2025 -
Behind the Fern: Black Ferns | Episode 7 | Connected -
HIGHLIGHTS | Black Ferns v Japan | Pool C, Rugby World Cup 2025
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Rugby's Greatest Rivalry just got greater -
Black Ferns set for trois-Test showdown as France returns to Aotearoa in 2026 -
All Blacks Duo, Four Black Ferns Shine in 2025 World Rugby Dream Teams -
Ruahei Demant Heads to Bristol Before 2026 Return -
NZR begins search for a Black Ferns Head Coach as Allan Bunting concludes tenure as leader -
Layla Sae and Liana Mikaele-Tu’u join Harlequins Women -
Braxton Sorensen-McGee wins World Rugby Breakthrough Player award -
Black Ferns Storm to Bronze with Dazzling Win over France -
Black Ferns v France: A Rivalry in Numbers -
Black Ferns Jorja Miller and Braxton Sorensen-McGee revealed nominees in two of World Rugby's awards -
Canada End Black Ferns World Cup Reign in Bristol -
Leadership, Legacy, and 50 Tests: Ruahei Demant’s Black Ferns Journey -
Ruahei Demant to play 50th Test in Rugby World Cup semi-final against Canada -
Black Ferns v Canada: A Rivalry in Numbers -
Mererangi Paul Called Into Black Ferns RWC Squad as Injury Cover -
Olsen-Baker Stars as Black Ferns through to Final Four -
Flashback to 2010: Black Ferns Look to Repeat History Against South Africa -
Black Ferns set to take on South Africa in Women’s Rugby World Cup quarter-final -
Sorenson-McGee Headlines Black Ferns’ Attack Ahead of Quarterfinals -
Black Ferns select strong 23 against Ireland in the Women’s Rugby World Cup