Kennedy Tukuafu returns to Black Ferns lineup for Japan match

Friday 29 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 30 Aug 2025, 6:00am

In this story Black Ferns, Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, Ruahei Demant, Allan Bunting, Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakalelu, Maia Joseph

The Black Ferns have announced their squad for their second Women's Rugby World Cup match against Japan in Exeter. Loose forward Kennedy Tukuafu will make her first start since the 2025 Pacific Four series. The match is scheduled to take place on Monday morning.

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1. RNZFri 29 Aug 2025, 11:27pm

   Women's Rugby World Cup: Kennedy Tukuafu returns for Black Ferns against Japan (opens in new tab)

2. NewsroomSat 30 Aug 2025, 6:00am

   World Cup: Ferns and Blossoms set stage for a Portia record (opens in new tab)