Black Ferns Shake Up Squad for Global Tests | Auckland News

The Black Ferns unveil a revamped squad packed with five fresh faces, including Ngano Tavake, Amarante Sititi, Elinor-Plum King, Maia Davis, and Shyrah Tuliau-Tuaa—all rising stars from Super Rugby Aupiki. With nine changes from last year’s lineup, head coach Whitney Hansen highlights the growing depth and competitiveness of women’s rugby as they prepare for a grueling schedule: the OReilly Cup vs Australia, a South Africa tour, and WXV Global series. Veteran returns like Santo Taumata, Alena Saili, and recovering Layla Sae add grit and experience. This pivotal run isn’t just about wins—it’s shaping their identity ahead of the historic British & Irish Lions Women’s Tour next year, kicking off in Wellington before heading to Auckland and beyond. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/be7b8283c98f7a36