NZ outplay World 15 women's rugby

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New Zealand outplayed a World 15 to win their women's rugby international 37-0 at Eden Park, Auckland today.

The world champion home side made a slow start but found their rhythm in the latter stages against opponents who had limited preparation.

All four of the New Zealand tries - scored by centre Amiria Marsh, captain and hooker Farah Palmer, first five-eighth Anna Richards and debut reserve back Stacey Lene - were converted by winger Hannah Myers. Myers also kicked three penalties.

The World 15, led by 73-test England veteran Gillian Burns defended well for much of the match after playing with minimal possession.

The two teams meet in a second and final test at Whangarei on Saturday next week.

- NZPA