Stay connected with the reigning world champions as they embark on a monumental 2026 season. After a thrilling World Cup campaign in England, the Black Ferns are back on home soil to showcase the absolute best of women’s international rugby. Our mission is to provide dedicated coverage for the fans of the world’s most dominant women’s team.
The 2026 season marks the beginning of a new era under Head Coach Whitney Hansen. With a focus on tactical innovation and maintaining their golden standard, the team is set to face fierce competition in the Pacific Four Series and beyond. We bring you the latest Black Ferns rugby news, from squad announcements to exclusive training camp insights.
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The Black Ferns training camp is underway in Wellington (February 16-27, 2026), with Head Coach Whitney Hansen calling up 41 players to kick off preparations for the 2026 season. This camp comes amid exciting developments: the new Collective Agreement (signed February 23) delivering better fees and conditions for Black Ferns players, plus Portia Woodman-Wickliffe’s final … Read more
The Black Ferns Sevens 2026 campaign is heating up! After a strong showing in Cape Town where they reached the HSBC SVNS final but fell to Australia 26-12, the team is focused on redemption and momentum heading into Dubai (17-18 January 2026). The Black Ferns Sevens delivered standout performances with hat-tricks and flair, setting the … Read more
Big news for Black Ferns fans! Whitney Hansen has been officially named the new Black Ferns head coach, taking over from Allan Bunting on a contract through to the end of 2027. New Zealand Rugby announced the appointment on December 18, 2025, just weeks after the team’s bronze medal finish at the 2025 Rugby World … Read more
The Black Ferns 2026 schedule is here! New Zealand’s powerhouse women’s rugby team will play an exciting 10 Tests in 2026, including four blockbuster home matches. Fans can look forward to retaining the O’Reilly Cup against Australia and a thrilling three-Test series against France as part of the new WXV Global Series. Discover all the … Read more
The Black Ferns, New Zealand’s iconic women’s rugby team, began the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 with a commanding victory against Spain on August 25, 2025. Played at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England, this electrifying performance highlighted their skill, passion, and title-defending ambition. At ABS Rugby, we bring you the key moments and … Read more