Black Ferns announce changes for final test against France

The Black Ferns will face France in their final WXV Global Series test at Te Kaha Stadium in Christchurch this Saturday night. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7.10pm.

Coach Whitney Hansen has made 12 changes to the match-day 23 compared to last week's win, including nine changes to the starting line-up. Captain Ruahei Demant retains the number 10 jersey, while Hannah King will start on the bench.

The squad welcomes back midfielder Amy du Plessis and loose forward Mia Anderson to the starting side following injury absences. Du Plessis returns after missing the previous test due to concussion, while Anderson returns after missing three tests due to concussion and an ankle injury.

Several players are unavailable for the fixture, including Kaipo Olsen-Baker, Atlanta Lolohea, and Tara Turner due to ankle and concussion issues. Liana Mikaele-Tu’u will move to the number 8 position to cover the absence of Olsen-Baker.

Where reports differ

• One report identifies the venue as One NZ Stadium, while another identifies it as Te Kaha Stadium

Compiled from reports by The Post, NZ Herald, RNZ and Stuff.