Christopher Reive Senior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·20 Aug, 2026 12:00 AM4 mins to read‌Selecting the 23-strong New Zealand women’s rugby squad to play against Australia in Auckland this weekend, Whitney Hansen has rewarded form.And for loose forward Elinor-Plum King, selection after her strong Super Rugby Aupiki campaign means 2026 continues to be a career year.

After scoring a

last week, the Matatū flanker will make her test debut in Saturday afternoon’s clash at Go Media Stadium. The test is the only one the Black Ferns will play in Auckland this year.