London, Aug 24, 2025 (AFP) - New Zealand start Women's Rugby World Cup defence by downing battling Spain

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2025-08-24

Reigning champions New Zealand started their quest for a record-extending seventh Women's Rugby World Cup title with a 54-8 win over a gutsy Spain in York on Sunday. On an opening weekend where title rivals England and Canada enjoyed mammoth wins, the Black Ferns 'only' led 21-3 at half-time against a Spain side ranked 13th in the world. But New Zealand ran in five tries after the break, despite having to play with 13 women for the final 17 minut......

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