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Black Ferns
plural noun
the women's international Rugby Union football team of New Zealand
Example Sentences
However, the Black Ferns, who are famous for peaking when it matters, have also been convincing and cruised past Japan in Exeter on Sunday.
Seeking to show their credentials after title rivals England and Canada compiled big wins in their opening matches, the Black Ferns only led 21-3 at half-time as Spain produced a battling display that belied their world ranking of 13.
The Black Ferns still managed to score a try despite their two-player disadvantage but they conceded in the final play of the game as Spain touched down for a score their efforts deserved.
Las Leonas, beaten 97-7 by England in a warm-up match, deservedly got points on the board with a penalty from Amalia Argudo and, roared on by the York crowd, continued to make life uncomfortable for the Black Ferns.
The Black Ferns are really big.
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