Kiwi Ferns

British

plural noun

the women's international Rugby League football team of New Zealand

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Having narrowly lost 10-8 to Australia in the group stage, the Kiwi Ferns will head into Saturday's final brimming with confidence after an impressive semi-final victory over England.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2022

The Jillaroos, unbeaten since 2016, have now won the last three tournaments to equal the milestone set by the Kiwi Ferns between 2000-2008.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2022

Fran Goldthorp's try had given the hosts a dream start but the Kiwi Ferns responded with tries from Mele Hufanga and Raecene McGregor before the break.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2022

McGregor's try saw the Kiwi Ferns edge a competitive first half, with her momentum on a greasy surface allowing her to ground the ball on the try line despite the attentions of Burke.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2022

The host nation's hopes of reaching a first World Cup final ended with a 20-6 defeat by the Kiwi Ferns in York.

From BBC • Nov. 14, 2022

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