Canada Crush New Zealand at the Women Rugby World Cup. Image: Rugby World Cup.
(The Post News)- Canada destroyed New Zealand’s World Cup supremacy, securing their place in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final and eliminating the reigning champions from the competition with an unforgettable 34-19 victory on Friday.
The world champs were shaken, making strange mistakes and having trouble keeping up. From the opening whistle, the Canadians, who had barely made it to the final once before, outperformed the Black Ferns with a relentless, high-energy effort. They tied their World Cup record of five tries in a game at Ashton Gate, which was made even more memorable because they were playing the most successful women’s rugby team.
Canada Dethrones Black Ferns
Not only did the 15-point victory guarantee Canada’s spot in the championship game, but it also dealt the Black Ferns their worst-ever World Cup loss, exceeding their previous record loss to the United States in 1991 by seven points. Additionally, it ended the Black Ferns’ incredible 18-game championship undefeated streak.
Canada performed with intent and accuracy right away. After only seven minutes, Black Fern’s defense was caught off guard by a deft flick kick. Justine Pelletier opened the scoring after evading Portia Woodman-Wickliffe and scurrying over the line just a moment later. Canada struck again only three minutes later. Asia Hogan-Rochester found a wide-open route to touch down in the corner after quick ball movement created space on the right.
The world champs were shaken, making strange mistakes and having trouble keeping up. It was pure perseverance that led to Canada’s third attempt. They exhausted Black Fern’s defense after a number of painful phases and pushed the ball outside to Florence Symonds, who scored cleanly.
Canada Dominates Black Ferns
After twenty-five minutes, the Black Ferns ultimately gained ground. Georgia Ponsonby set the tone with a powerful run, and Tanya Kalounivale scored from close range to put her teammates on the scoreboard.
However, they were not finished yet. Pelletier’s incredible offload to Sophie de Goede, who rushed across a gap about 20 meters wide to score beneath the posts, came as they surged forward once more. At halftime, they had a dominating 24-7 lead thanks to her own try conversion.
The Black Ferns made an effort to respond. After an unusual instance of fast midfield ball, Liana Mikaele-Tu’u scored, and Ruahei Demant’s accurate cross-field kick gave Braxton Sorensen-McGee, the championship’s standout hero, another goal.
However, it was too late and too little. They persevered, ending the match decisively and starting a new era in their rugby history. In addition to defeating the defending champions, they delivered a strong message with this victory. Canada is now more than simply a competitor; they are a formidable force.
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