Hollie Davidson appointed to referee All Blacks test against Wales

Tuesday 14 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 14 Oct 2025, 9:07am

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Scottish referee Hollie Davidson will become the first woman to officiate an All Blacks test match. The 33-year-old has been appointed to referee the final test of the season against Wales next month. Davidson recently officiated her second Women's Rugby World Cup final.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 14 Oct 2025, 6:08am

   All Blacks v Wales: Hollie Davidson to become first female referee for All Blacks test (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesTue 14 Oct 2025, 9:07am

   Hollie Davidson to referee ABs test against Wales (opens in new tab)