'You could just see': The factors that have Black Ferns star excited for what's to come

Christopher Reive Senior Sports Journalist·NZ Herald·23 Aug, 2026 06:06 AM3 mins to read‌Black Ferns Amy Du Plessis (left) and Kaipo Olsen-Baker celebrate winning the Laurie O'Reilly Cup. Photo / PhotosportBlack Ferns Amy Du Plessis (left) and Kaipo Olsen-Baker celebrate winning the Laurie O'Reilly Cup. Photo / PhotosportAfter a rampaging performance against the Wallaroos, Black Ferns No 8 Kaipo Olsen-Baker could appreciate the work her side had done.

In the first home test of the year, and their only home test in Auckland for 2026, the Black Ferns ran out 66-19 winners at

'You could just see': The factors that have Black Ferns star excited for what's to come

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