The Black Ferns Sevens have triumphed with a powerful performance, vanquishing their rivals Australia 31-7 in the final and claiming the World Series title in a thrilling showdown in Los Angeles. Celebrations erupted as Jorja Miller, Michaela Brake, Risi Pouri-Lane, Mahina Paul, and Sarah Hirini dazzled the crowd with their tries, sealing not just the match, but a glorious season finale.
A Season of Excellence
Throughout the series, the Black Ferns Sevens showcased their prowess by consistently outperforming their competitors. Their road to victory was paved with earlier wins across various rounds—Captivating Cape Town, Victory in Vancouver, and Heroic Hong Kong—a testament to their unyielding dominance.
Decisive Victory Over Historic Rivals
New Zealand’s formidability was on full display as they dismantled host team USA in the semi-finals with a 34-7 scoreline. Michaela Brake’s dazzling hat-trick further cemented their place as rugby sevens greats. It’s a remarkable achievement, considering they had comfortably wrapped up the overall league title prior to the LA event, winning four of the six rounds.
Men’s Team’s First Podium Finish of the Season
Meanwhile, the All Blacks Sevens experienced contrasting fortunes. After a tough defeat to South Africa in the semi-finals, they secured third place with a commanding 38-17 win against Argentina – marking their first podium finish of the season. The focus now turns to future competitions where they’ll seek to emulate their female counterparts.
Looking Ahead: More Changes on the Horizon
With such resounding success, anticipation is building for next year’s reshaped series as World Rugby introduces more tournaments. Aiming for greater global reach, the series restructuring will surely add an exciting dimension ahead of the LA Olympics.
According to RNZ, the Black Ferns’ resplendent victory paints a promising picture not only for New Zealand rugby but for the sport’s future development worldwide.
