The Black Ferns are set to close out their July test series with a showdown against familiar foes, the Wallaroos, in front of a sold-out crowd at Sky Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand.

The match marks the second meeting of the year between the two sides, with New Zealand defeating Australia earlier in the Pacific Four Series. 

With the O’Reilly Cup presented by Bupa on the line, and the Rugby World Cup just weeks away, the weekend clash carries added significance.

• Subscribe To FloRugby To Watch Summer Rugby Internationals In 2025
• The 100 Best Rugby Players In The World: The Full List
• Key Takeaway For Every Team From Week One Of The July Internationals

New Zealand, ranked No. 3 in the world behind England and Canada, will aim to assert dominance again over sixth-ranked Australia. 

The Black Ferns are welcoming back experienced playmaker Kelly Brazier to the test fold, while also giving a debut opportunity to lock Laura Bayfield. Both players were recognized for their recent form by Black Ferns Director of Performance Allan Bunting.

“Laura was a standout throughout Sky Super Rugby Aupiki this year… It’s going to be a proud moment for Laura and her whānau,” Bunting said in a press release. “It has also been great having Kelly in the July Series squad. Her experience has really added to our depth at 10.”

Meanwhile, Australia continues to blend youth with experience. 

Head coach Jo Yapp named 17-year-old Waiaria Ellis to the starting XV, making her the eighth Wallaroo debutant this year. 

Ellis joins the back three alongside Faitala Moleka and Desiree Miller. Charlotte Caslick moves into the midfield, and Tia Hinds will guide the team from fly-half.

Yapp said Ellis has earned her place after standout performances for Australia A and consistent development through Wallaroos camps. 

“She has an excellent skillset, and her youthfulness has a great effect on the playing group,” Yapp said.

Fans in the United States can watch the Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos match live on FloRugby and the FloSports app, as well as for free on FloRugby’s YouTube channel.

Black Ferns Vs. Australia Rugby Kickoff

The O’Reilly Cup test match between the Black Ferns and the Wallaroos kicks off at 12:20 a.m. ET on Saturday, July 12, at Sky Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand. 

Streaming coverage is available on FloRugby, the FloSports app, and FloRugby’s YouTube channel.

Watch Black Ferns Vs. Australia Rugby Free Livestream

Black Ferns Lineup Vs. Wallaroos

• 1. Chryss Viliko
• 2. Georgia Ponsonby
• 3. Tanya Kalounivale
• 4. Maiakawanakaulani Roos
• 5. Chelsea Bremner
• 6. Alana Bremner (co-captain)
• 7. Jorja Miller
• 8. Liana Mikaele-Tu’u
• 9. Risaleaana Pouri-Lane
• 10. Ruahei Demant (co-captain)
• 11. Katelyn Vahaakolo
• 12. Logo-I-Pulotu Lemapu Atai’i Sylvia Brunt
• 13. Stacey Waaka
• 14. Portia Woodman-Wickliffe
• 15. Renee Holmes

Reserves

• 16. Vici-Rose Green
• 17. Awhina Tangen-Wainohu
• 18. Amy Rule
• 19. Laura Bayfield (debut)
• 20. Layla Sae
• 21. Iritana Hohaia
• 22. Kelly Brazier
• 23. Ruby Tui

Unavailable due to injury:

Kate Henwood, Ayesha Leti-I’iga, Amy du Plessis, Maia Joseph, Braxton Sorensen-McGee

Wallaroos Lineup vs. Black Ferns

• 1. Faliki Pohiva (#219 - Blacktown Scorpions) – 2 caps
• 2. Tania Naden (#197 - Uni-North Owls) – 22 caps
• 3. Bridie O’Gorman (#180 - Sydney University) – 30 caps
• 4. Kaitlan Leaney (#179 - CSU Marlins) – 28 caps
• 5. Michaela Leonard (#168 - Tuggeranong Vikings) – 36 caps
• 6. Siokapesi Palu (c) (#194 - Rockdale Rangers) – 20 caps
• 7. Ashley Marsters (#117 - Boroondara) – 38 caps
• 8. Tabua Tuinakauvadra (#200 - Orange Emus) – 15 caps
• 9. Layne Morgan (#188 - Merewether Carlton) – 33 caps
• 10. Tia Hinds (#222 - Randwick) – 3 caps
• 11. Desiree Miller (#204 - Eastern Suburbs) – 16 caps
• 12. Trilleen Pomare (#155 - Wanneroo) – 37 caps
• 13. Charlotte Caslick (#220 - Wests Bulldogs) – 4 caps
• 14. Waiaria Ellis (Blacktown Scorpions) – debut
• 15. Faitala Moleka (#199 - Blacktown Scorpions) – 20 caps

Reserves

• 16. Adiana Talakai (#182 - Sydney University) – 17 caps
• 17. Lydia Kavoa (#214 - Eastern Suburbs) – 6 caps
• 18. Asoiva (Eva) Karpani (#171 - Southern Suburbs) – 35 caps
• 19. Annabelle Codey (#189 – Easts Brisbane) – 5 caps
• 20. Piper Duck (#185 – Tumut Bullettes) – 15 caps
• 21. Emily Chancellor (#158 - Sydney University) – 27 caps
• 22. Samantha Wood (#207 – Kalamunda Rugby) – 4 caps
• 23. Cecilia Smith (#190 - Leeton Dianas) – 22 caps

This will be the final home fixture for the Black Ferns before their Rugby World Cup campaign in England next month.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Groups

Pool A

• England
• Australia
• USA
• Samoa

Pool B

• Canada
• Scotland
• Wales
• Fiji

Pool C

• New Zealand
• Ireland
• Japan
• Spain

Pool D

• France
• Italy
• South Africa
• Brazil

How To Watch Rugby Matches In The United States On FloRugby

FloRugby and FloSports also are the U.S. home to: 

• Investec Champions Cup
• EPCR Challenge Cup
• Currie Cup
• Top 14
• Super Rugby
• And more

FloRugby also is home to match archives and match replays. 

Join The Rugby Conversation On FloRugby Social

• Follow us on Twitter @florugby
• Follow us on Instagram @florugby
• Watch us on YouTube
• Like us on Facebook