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Rugby's Professor Wayne Smith talks about his cup defence concerns
Rugby's Professor Wayne Smith talks about his cup defence concerns
The hometown favourites are strong title contenders
Team liaison officers will make sure players' needs are met.
Charmaine McMenamin and Sylvia Brunt speak to the media ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup. Video / NZ Herald
Black Ferns Luka Connor and Hazel Tubic speak to the media ahead of the Women's Rugby World Cup. Video / NZ Herald
Black Ferns assistant coaches, Whitney Hansen and Wesley Clarke speak to the media ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Video / NZ Herald
The World Cup kicks off this Saturday and Northland Kauri player Tui McGeorge can't wait.
The tournament is one three big women's global sporting events in NZ over 18 months.
Women's rugby teams to enjoy non-match activities in Northland during their stay.
The try-scoring missile still has more to give.
The Black Ferns' next match will be their World Cup opener.
The Black Ferns star says her traumatic childhood shaped her in many ways.
Portia Woodman claimed seven tries to make an made immediate impression in her return
'I'd be lying if I said I knew our starting lineup, so this game is important.'
450 volunteers will help with the expected 100,000-strong crowds across the three matches.
In her final season, Kendra Cocksedge is guiding players on and off the pitch.
'There's so much talent and so much x-factor in this team. We're ready to play fast.'
The pop star will perform at the Rugby World Cup, playing Eden Park in October.
All the best moments from Day 2 of the Women's Rugby World Cup. Video / © Rugby World Cup Limited