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WXV1: England beat New Zealand 33-12 to claim inaugural title

WXV1: England beat New Zealand 33-12 to claim inaugural title

By Navitalai Naivalurua
05/11/2023
Photo: Vanguard News

England became the inaugural WXV1 champions with a 33-12 win over New Zealand in Auckland.

The Red Roses capitalised on a fine start against the Black Ferns to end as the WXV top tier's only unbeaten team.

Facing the side that beat them in last year's World Cup final, England started quickly with tries from Alex Matthews, Lark Atkin-Davies and Sarah Bern.

Kennedy Simon and Katelyn Vahaakolo replied, before Morwenna Talling and Zoe Aldcroft put England beyond reach.

As the first winners of womens rugby's new global tournament, England's victory also ensured that they will stay ahead of New Zealand at the top of the world rankings.

Source: BBC

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