Maria Folau on form as Silver Ferns stun Australia with thumping win in Hamilton JOSEPH PEARSONGETTY IMAGES Silver Ferns shooter Maria Folau was on point with her shooting against Australia in Hamilton. At last, some cheer for the Silver Ferns. READ MORE:* Recap: Silver Ferns v Australia* Silver Ferns are ready to fight* Losing year confirmed for Ferns* Silver Ferns are learning to win* Diamonds edge Silver FernsThe Silver Ferns were on the verge of extending their losing streak to Australia to its worse total (10 set from 1995-98) in little more than a year against their familiar foes, but those fears have been quashed and in some style. The Silver Ferns started brightly, leaving Australia well assured they were in for an almighty contest after their recent dominance in trans-Tasman contests. During the first quarter, Australia moved five goals clear but the Ferns fought back to lead by one after a six-goal streak.

Source: Stuff October 14, 2018 04:41 UTC