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Wallaroos and Black Ferns rugby union match

Overview

The Australian Wallaroos and New Zealand Black Ferns are preparing for a significant rugby union test match in Auckland. The fixture is notable as it marks the 100th test in Wallaroos history.

Initial reports highlighted the inclusion of rugby sevens star Maddison Levi in the Australian squad as she transitions to the 15-a-side format. As the match approaches, team rosters have been finalized. The Black Ferns have named three debutantes—Amarante Sititi, Elinor-Plum King, and Shyrah Tuliau-Tua’a—alongside returning 2022 World Cup winners Santo Taumata and Ariana Bayler.

For Australia, Maddison Levi and forward Pia Tapsell have been named on the bench for potential debuts. Tapsell is noted as a potential first female dual international for both Australia and New Zealand. The Wallaroos squad also features the return of Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea and Allana Sikimeti, with Siokapesi Palu Sekona named to lead the team.

Entities

Black Ferns · Maddison Levi · Wallaroos · Rugby Australia · Whitney Hansen

Timeline

  1. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Black Ferns and Wallaroos prepare for Auckland Test match

    The Black Ferns and Wallaroos meet in Auckland for the Wallaroos' 100th Test, featuring several debutants including New Zealand's Amarante Sititi and Australia's Maddison Levi.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Maddison Levi named to Australian Wallaroos squad for Black Ferns clash

    Rugby Sevens star Maddison Levi has been called up to the Australian Wallaroos squad for their 100th test match against the Black Ferns in Auckland.

Sources

communitynews.com.au · dsgn.no · nzsportswire.com · perthnow.com.au · smh.com.au · theqldr.com.au · video.rugbyrama.fr