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Black Ferns lose to England again

Updated: Sep 17


The Black Ferns have been comfortably beaten by world No 1 side England at Twickenham in front of over 40,000 spectators.


Victory extends England's winning run to 17 matches since their last defeat, which came against the Black Ferns in the World Cup final in 2022.


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Despite some early Black Ferns pressure, England ran in three first-half tries through captain Marlie Packer, Abby Dow and Ellie Kildunne to lead 17-0 at half time.


Halfback Natasha Hunt added a fourth try with a sharp finish, before wing Katelyn Vaha'akolo grabbed two tries for New Zealand with Renee Holmes kicking one conversion.


After the game, Vaha'akolo believed there was potential for the Ferns side.


The Black Ferns have been comfortably beaten by world No 1 side England at Twickenham in front of over 40,000 spectators.
The Black Ferns were always chasing their English counterparts in the 24-12 loss at Twickenham. PHOTO: RED ROSES RUGBY

"I think we've got to get batter with out soft errors. I think we can get a lot better."


It completes two wins in two warm-up tests for John Mitchell's side before they defend their WXV1 title in Canada later this month after defeating France in Gloucester last weekend.


The Black Ferns will look to avenge the defeat when they meet again on October 6 in WXV1

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