Black FernsBlack Ferns v Canada: All you need to knowCanada are in their sixth World Cup semifinal but first ever against the Ferns.18 Sep 10:00 PM
Black Ferns'Strength to strength': Where the Black Ferns have improved since Canada defeatThe Black Ferns have not lost a World Cup knockout match since 1991.18 Sep 08:16 PM
Women's Rugby World CupKiwi coach defends England’s ‘route-one’ tacticsEngland’s forward pack has scored 22 of their 38 tries at this World Cup.18 Sep 06:32 PM
Black FernsThe GOAT and the Kid: Meet the Black Ferns' strike weaponsBlack Ferns duo are at opposite end of careers but relishing chance to play together.17 Sep 10:00 PM
Black FernsBlack Ferns injury blow for World Cup semifinalThe Black Ferns side to face Canada on Saturday has been announced.17 Sep 05:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: How a rule change could have seen World Cup bite handled fairerOPINION: Ireland were let down by the fact they couldn't challenge an alleged foul play.16 Sep 09:00 PM
Black Ferns Kiwi referee named for World Cup semifinalNew Zealand referee Maggie Cogger-Orr has been given the biggest assignment of her career.16 Sep 07:12 PM
Black FernsRising star called into Black Ferns squad ahead of semifinalMererangi Paul scored twice on debut last year and has 12 Black Ferns caps.16 Sep 01:14 AM
Black FernsFrench player cited for biting in Women's Rugby World Cup winTelevision replays appeared to show Axelle Berthoumieu biting Aoife Wafer.14 Sep 09:12 PM
Black FernsWorld media reacts to Black Ferns World Cup knockout win over South Africa The Black Ferns' stunning second-half revival impressed rugby analysts around the world.14 Sep 06:31 AM
Black Ferns'All f***ing day': The half-time speech that sparked Black Ferns in World CupThe Black Ferns scored six tries in the second 40 to advance to the final four.14 Sep 05:01 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns survive early scare to romp into semifinalsThe Black Ferns scored six tries in the second 40 to advance to the final four.13 Sep 06:05 PM
Black FernsRiki Flutey's kicking club: Inside the Black Ferns' turnaround from the tee'[They're] last to leave the field ... because they’ve got to get their kicking reps in.'12 Sep 10:00 PM
Black FernsBlack Fern ruled out of World Cup with injuryAn injury replacement is expected to join the squad in the coming days. 12 Sep 08:26 PM
Black Ferns'They want to go through us': Bunting on Black Ferns' focus and South Africa's bench splitSouth Africa have named a 7-1 forwards-back split on the bench for the quarter-final clash12 Sep 04:41 AM
Black Ferns'Grateful it happened': The re-emergence of Renee HolmesHolmes is again playing a key role after being dropped from the Black Ferns in early 2025.11 Sep 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Rugby World CupWomen's World Cup exit shows rugby's growth gaps off the field – Alice SoperOPINION: Japan's coach has called for stronger global structures for the women’s game.10 Sep 06:01 AM
Black Ferns'Auntie Cindy': How ex-PM Ardern is inspiring Black Ferns to World Cup glory'I felt like I was going to crush her if I hugged her too hard,' a Black Ferns star joked.09 Sep 06:00 PM
Black Ferns'We can go all day': Black Ferns lay down challenge with big World Cup win'We’ve been working on playing our DNA, which is going through, going over, going around.'08 Sep 12:00 AM
Black FernsStatement made: Black Ferns keep Ireland scoreless in World Cup routThe win sees the Black Ferns top the group and book a quarter-final against South Africa. 07 Sep 06:15 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack Ferns'Tough and confrontational': Bunting on eye-catching changes for Ireland clash'The expectation is you’ve got to be really on your game and step up,' Bunting said.06 Sep 10:00 PM
Black Ferns'Consistency and cohesion': Black Ferns make minimal but key changes for IrelandIreland hold a winning record over the Black Ferns, with two wins in three tests.05 Sep 09:03 AM
Black Ferns'Hard decisions to make': Key change coming in Black Ferns' World Cup campaignAllan Bunting: 'We definitely want to start shaping our best squad moving forward now'.04 Sep 05:01 AM
Black FernsThe financial hurdles Samoa has faced at Women's Rugby World CupThe South Pacific nation's players raised funds to cover bills during the World Cup.03 Sep 07:47 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: Early jitters don’t spell doom for Black FernsOPINION: All the pieces are now in place for the Black Ferns. 03 Sep 06:31 PM
Black FernsBlack Ferns lock given green light for Ireland World Cup clash after red card incidentA independent foul play review committee has cleared Laura Bayfield to face Ireland.03 Sep 08:19 AM
Black Ferns'Another level': Black Ferns unsatisfied despite big win over Japan'We put 60 points on a really quality team and we’re still not satisfied with that.'31 Aug 11:45 PM
Black FernsWoodman-Wickliffe breaks try-scoring record in Black Ferns winThe wing became the first NZ player to score 50 test tries, while young stars shone. 31 Aug 05:48 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack FernsBunting stays on plan as Black Ferns continue World Cup balancing actThe Black Ferns have made 11 personnel changes in the starting XV to play Japan. 30 Aug 05:01 AM
Black FernsBlack Ferns stars get positional shifts in changes for Japan testJorja Miller and Braxton Sorensen-McGee are among those shifted for World Cup clash. 29 Aug 09:04 AM
Black Ferns'Under no illusions': The areas Black Ferns can tidy up in Japan clashA win over Japan will secure a quarter-final spot for the Black Ferns.28 Aug 04:00 AM
Black FernsIreland coach responds to Tui's comments over looming Black Ferns testThe Irish hold a winning record over the Black Ferns, including a victory in 2024.27 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: Rugby's next evolution is happening with Black Ferns' revelationOPINION: Jorja Miller is redefining the flanker role in rugby.27 Aug 02:01 AM
OpinionRWC update: Shaky Black Ferns show wobbles as England roarsAdam Julian sets out his highlights of the first round of Rugby World Cup action.26 Aug 03:31 AM
