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Black Ferns

SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
6
WON
5
DRAWN
0
LOST
1
POINTS
196
TRIES
26
CONV
15
PEN
12
SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
6
WON
5
DRAWN
0
LOST
1
POINTS
196
TRIES
26
CONV
15
PEN
12

About the team

The Black Ferns are New Zealand's senior women's rugby team and the most dominant team in women's rugby with Women's Rugby World Cup titles in 1998, 2002 2006, 2010 and 2017. They have one of the best winning percentages in international rugby, with victory in close to 90 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. 

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

The Black Ferns have competed in the inaugural Super Series competition in San Diego. The competition is played between the top five ranked teams in the world which includes England, Canada, France and the USA. 

Current Squad

Aldora Itunu
Aleisha-Pearl Nelson
Amy du Plessis
Arihiana Marino-Tauhinu
Aroha Savage
Charmaine McMenamin
Chelsea Alley
Chelsea Bremner
Cheyelle Robins-Reti
Cristo Tofa
Eloise Blackwell
Grace Brooker
Grace Steinmetz
Hazel Tubic
Kelsie Wills
Kendra Cocksedge
Kendra Reynolds
Kennedy Simon
Langi Veainu
Les Elder
Lisa Molia
Luka Connor
Pia Tapsell
Pip Love
Renee Holmes
Renee Wickliffe
Ruahei Demant
Selica Winiata
Tanya Kalounivale
Te Kura Ngata-Aerengamate
Toka Natua

Black Ferns NEWS

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Three New Zealand referees selected for Tokyo Olympics
Referees James Doleman, Lauren Jenner and Selica Winiata are among 22 match officials selected by World Rugby for the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Talent-laden nib Blues women’s squad named for historic Super Rugby clash
A talent-laden nib Blues women’s rugby squad, that includes a plentiful posse of Black Fern internationals and thrilling young players, have been named today for the historic encounter against the Waitomo Chiefs Women in Auckland next month.
Waitomo Chiefs Women’s Squad Announced
The Chiefs Rugby Club today have confirmed their inaugural Waitomo Chiefs Women’s squad for the first-ever Super Rugby women’s clash in New Zealand.
Black Ferns intern coach Whitney Hansen on World Cup, Mike Cron and set piece
It’s been a relatively swift rise in the coaching ranks for Cantabrian Whitney Hansen.

Showcase weekend of sevens set for Wellington
Rugby fans in Wellington will be treated to a fast-paced weekend of sevens action as the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens take their Olympic preparation to the Capital.
Blues and Chiefs combine for historic first women's clash
Blues and Chiefs will create history when they stage the first-ever women’s rugby clash in New Zealand between the two Super clubs.

Global women's calendar confirmed by World Rugby for 2023 and beyond
World Rugby has announced details of a new annual global women’s 15s competition model and international playing windows that will supercharge the women’s game.
Rugby World Cup officially postponed until 2022
World Rugby has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a spectacular Rugby World Cup tournament in New Zealand in 2022 after its Executive Committee formally ratified the recommendation to postpone Rugby World Cup 2021.
A British and Irish women's team could be on the cards
A women's British & Irish Lions tour of New Zealand? That could be on the cards in the future with news that a feasibility study is being undertaken to examine whether a Lions women's team can be formed.
International Women’s Day 2021: The women behind our women
We are used to seeing the amazing efforts of our Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens on the field but for that to happen, there is a group of impressive wāhine behind the scenes working towards that success.
“We’ve got a year now to get even fitter, faster, stronger” – Kendra Cocksedge
Whilst this morning’s news that World Rugby has made the tough decision to recommend the postponement of Rugby World Cup 2021 came as a huge shock to players and fans around the world, the Black Ferns are taking the impending decision on the chin and moving forward.

Rugby World Cup 2021 statement
World Rugby has made the difficult decision to recommend the postponement of Rugby World Cup 2021, scheduled to be hosted in New Zealand between 18 September-16 October, until next year. The recommendation will be considered by the Rugby World Cup Board and World Rugby Executive Committee on 8 and 9 March respectively.
Depth and fitness key for Black Ferns in opening two training camps of 2021
The Black Ferns road to the World Cup is well and truly underway, with two camps already completed so far this year. Allblacks.com caught up with coach Glenn Moore and returning flanker Les Elder about how the squad is building towards the pinnacle event in September.

Rugby World Cup 2021 aims to set match attendance record as match schedule is confirmed
Rugby World Cup 2021 aims to break the record for attendance at a women’s Rugby World Cup tournament, which is expected to be boosted by some mouth-watering rugby matches, including hosts and reigning champions New Zealand against Australia at Eden Park on the opening day on 18 September, capping an exciting triple bill of matches at the iconic stadium.
21 things to look forward to in 2021
We present you with 21 things to look forward to on the rugby field in 2021.
The Summer of 2020/2021: What our players got up to
Kiwis all over the country got to enjoy a well-deserved summer break after a tough 2020. Our New Zealand rugby players were no different. We had a scroll through the social channels and caught up with what some of our players got up to over the summer.

Cocksedge recognised in New Year Honours list
Double Rugby World Cup winner Kendra Cocksedge has been recognised for her services to rugby in the 2021 New Year Honours list today.
Women’s Rugby wrap: 2020
The women’s calendar for 2020 was hectic at the start of the year. Eight Black Ferns Tests – seven of those on home soil. An historic number of Tests for the Black Ferns. The biggest ever World Sevens Series schedule and an Olympics for the Black Ferns Sevens. A Farah Palmer Cup in its usual Premiership/Championship format.

Players vote on their players of the year
All Blacks captain and flanker Sam Cane received more recognition for his achievements in 2020 by being selected as the international men's player of the year by the New Zealand Rugby Players' Association in their annual awards.
The New Zealand Rugby Form XV: 2020
AllBlacks.com writers Jordyn McLean and Andy Burt look back on the year that was 2020 and select their Form XV for 2020.

Black Ferns Videos

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Black Ferns visit new exhibition at NZ Rugby Museum
The Black Ferns squad were honored to be among the first to go through HerStory…
Black Ferns inspire next generation at All Blacks Experience
Black Ferns' Eloise Blackwell, Aldora Itunu, Patricia Maliepo and Natahlia…
Black Ferns react to World Cup postponement
The Black Ferns came together in Wellington over the weekend to reconnect…
QUICKFIRE QUESTIONS: Black Ferns (2021)
Get to know our Black Ferns players a little better as we put midfielder Grace…
Black Ferns: February Camp (2021)
The wider Black Ferns squad assembled in the sunny Bay of Plenty last week for…
RWC2021: Quiz with Aaron Smith & Kendra Cocksedge
Black Ferns halfback Kendra Cocksedge puts her All Blacks opposite, Aaron Smith…
Top women's moments: 2020
We've complied some of the best women's rugby moments from 2020. You're welcome.
Best off-field moments: 2020
While the rugby on show in 2020 was impressive, some of the off-field moments…
ASB Rugby Awards: 2020
Join hosts Bernadine Oliver-Kerby, Joey Wheeler & Ruby Tui as they present a…
Top 10 NZ women's tries: 2020
It was no easy feat selecting the top 10 tries from the women's game in New…
Remarkable Black Ferns Haka (Nelson)
The challenge was laid down by both the Black Ferns and NZ Barbarians during…
REACTION: Black Ferns v NZ Barbarians (Nelson)
Hear from Black Ferns and NZ Barbarians players after their entertaining and…
HIGHLIGHTS: Black Ferns v NZ Barbarians (Nelson)
The Black Ferns have survived a huge scare from the New Zealand Barbarians at…
Rugby World Cup 2021 Live Draw
Re-watch the official Rugby World Cup 2021 Live Draw from Auckland's SKYCITY…
Meet the Black Ferns: Grace Steinmetz, Renee Holmes & Amy Du Plessis
Hear from Black Ferns debutants Grace Steinmetz and Renee Holmes & new cap Amy…
Black Ferns: Welcome back Aroha Savage & Hazel Tubic
We're pretty excited to have Aroha Savage & Hazel Tubic back in the mix this…
Black Ferns: Update from Kendra Reynolds & John Haggart (Nelson)
We catch up with new Black Fern Kendra Reynolds about her debut against the NZ…
Black Ferns hit the gym in Nelson
Follow the Black Ferns during their gym session at the Tasman Mako facilities…
HAKA: Black Ferns first haka of 2020
How good was the Black Ferns first haka of 2020 at Waitakere's Trusts Arena…
REACTION: Black Ferns v NZ Barbarians (Waitakere)
We caught up with a few of our players on the team bus following their victory…