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17-04-2025
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Blues crush Tahs to snare Trans-Tasman Women's crown
They're the cream of the crop when it comes to Australian women's rugby, but the NSW Waratahs have been given a massive reality check after suffering a 36-5 loss to the Auckland-based Blues. Trans-Tasman bragging rights were on the line for Thursday's inaugural Super Rugby Women's Champions Final, and it was NZ champions the Blues who came up trumps in a six-tries-to-one onslaught. Wet and windy conditions greeted the players for the clash in Auckland, and the scoreline read 31-0 before the Waratahs finally crossed for a try in the 74th minute. The pace and power of the Blues were simply too much to handle. Blues fullback Braxton Sorensen-McGee scored a first-half double, including a slicing run in which she shook off two tacklers in her sprint to the line. An incredible try by Braxton Sorensen-McGee to break the deadlock in the Champions Final 🔥#SuperW — RUGBYcomau (@rugbycomau) April 17, 2025 The scoreline read 19-0 at half-time, and it was game over in the 54th minute when Portia Woodman crossed to make it 24-0. The only joy for the Waratahs came when winger Desiree Miller sprinted onto a clever chip kick to touch down for the visitors with six minutes remaining in the match. The final result was a big downer for the Waratahs, who just last week claimed their sixth Super W title with a 43-21 win over the Queensland Reds. "Well done to the Blues, because they played exceptionally," Waratahs captain Emily Chancellor told Stan. "As you might be able to tell from the way we played, we haven't had a lot of practice in those sorts of conditions in Australia this season. "It was a really difficult game, but it was also really fun." Blues captain Maiakawanakaulani Roos was thrilled with the win, which came on the back of her team winning the Super Rugby Aupiki crown for the second straight season. "We are so happy to be here and take the W," Roos said. "We've worked hard all season and to have the opportunity to play against our Tasman sisters was really cool. "It's a really big step towards growing the game."
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10-04-2025
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Today's Papers – Inter's heart and soul, Euro dreams
Today's Papers – Inter's heart and soul, Euro dreams La Gazzetta dello Sport Barella enchants Europe Nobody like him He is Inter's heart with world-class numbers. Everyone wants him, but he's worth more than 100m Scary Barcelona: four goals. Real: Ancelotti risks Advertisement Euro dreams Bodo-Lazio and Celje-Fiorentina. Double assault to the semifinals. Paredes: 'I love Roma. Derby, I'll take you and score.' Maignan leaves? Milan's pathways from Chevalier to Carnesecchi Corriere dello Sport The MataToro A leader, not just technical: he's the Inter soul The total Lautaro has bewitched Europe Nineteen goals and a Ballon d'Or mentality. He enchanted the Allianz Arena and he wants to return on May 31 for the Champions Final. Poker Barça: message to Inzaghi. Kvara show. 'Arrest those who attack the referees.' Nico at Tudor's school Napoli force seven Lazio challenges the snow too New Viola, idea Zaniolo Tuttosport Maignan, shame in Udine Milan at the Friuli tomorrow. A year ago, the Rossoneri reported insults to referee Maresca and abandoned the pitch, followed by his teammates. There were consequences and punishments. A new shocking incident reopens the wound. Advertisement Juve: Kolo riMuani Not only the Lookman target: Giuntoli negotiates with PSG to keep the French striker The Bianconeri aim to extend the loan for one more season to have the striker for the Club World Cub. Kalulu will be signed permanently soon. Tottenham on Motta: save 15m? Ancelotti, Real tension Montipò if Vanja leaves Barella's party? With Cagliari's boys
