PhotosportAustralia 54Kiwi Ferns 4The Kiwi Ferns World Cup dream turned into a nightmare on Sunday, as they were smashed 54-4 by Australia in the final at Old Trafford. It’s the third consecutive world crown for Australia, after New Zealand won titles in 2000, 2003 and 2008. The Ferns held Australia to three tries in the first 35 minutes, before the match became a procession after the interval. Their win was built on a relentless defence, as the Ferns spent most of the match pinned in their own half. Australia made the perfect start, with a fifth minute try to Jess Sergis, who barrelled through two defenders on the right edge.

Source: New Zealand Herald November 19, 2022 23:54 UTC