# New Zealand regional sports updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-zealand-regional-sports-updates
> Updated: 2026-09-13T17:00:42.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

New Zealand sports results include a victory for the Black Ferns against France, driven by a strong defensive performance. In rugby league, the Warriors lost their NRL qualifying final at Mount Smart to the Dolphins with a score of 26-16. This defeat placed the Warriors in sudden-death playoff territory, as they failed to secure a week off or a home preliminary final.

Additionally, Northland defeated Waikato 34-17 to retain the Ranfurly Shield. In regional developments, several Wellington-based players are anticipated to be selected for the New Zealand Schools, NZ Barbarians U18, and Māori U18 rugby squads.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-13: New Zealand sports: Black Ferns defeat France and Warriors lose NRL final

The Black Ferns defeated France through defensive resilience, while the Warriors fell to the Dolphins in the NRL qualifying finals. Northland also retained the Ranfurly Shield.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-zealand-sports-black-ferns-defeat-france-and-warriors-lose-nrl-final

### 2026-09-08: One NZ Warriors fans prepare for NRL Finals match

New Zealand fans are mobilizing for the One NZ Warriors' NRL Finals match against the Dolphins, featuring special Air New Zealand flights and a nationwide jersey-wearing campaign.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/one-nz-warriors-fans-prepare-for-nrl-finals-match

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