New Zealand Women v Japan Women

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Sunday 31 Aug 2025

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14:00 Local Time

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Sandy Park • 

Exeter, United KingdomShow on map

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The New Zealand Women's New Zealand Women8 Union team, also known as the Black Ferns, is a powerhouse in the world of women's rugby. They are 3-time winners of the Women's Rugby World Cup in 1998, 2002, and 2017 and have consistently performed well in other international competitions. With a strong focus on developing talented players, the team boasts impressive names such as Portia Woodman, Kendra Cockles, and Selica Winiata. The Black Ferns often play at New Zealand Women5, the largest stadium in New Zealand and the site of many iconic moments in the team's history. With a strong fan base and a legacy of success, the New Zealand Women's New Zealand Women8 Union team is certainly one to watch in the world of rugby.

The Japan Women's New Zealand Women8 Union team, also known as the Sakura 15, is the national women's rugby team of Japan. Founded in 1984, the team has competed in various international competitions, including the Women's Rugby World Cup and the Asia New Zealand Women8 Women's Championship. They have achieved significant success, winning the gold medal at the 2017 Asian Games and finishing in fourth place at the 2019 Women's Rugby World Cup. The team boasts talented players such as Honoka Tsutsumi and Seina Saito, who have earned recognition for their skills and leadership on the field. They play their home matches at the Prince Chichibu New Zealand Women6 New Zealand Women8 Ground, which has a capacity of 27,188 spectators and is located in Tokyo. Donning their iconic red and white jerseys, the Japan Women's New Zealand Women8 Union team continues to make their country proud with their tenacity and determination on the rugby pitch.