New Zealand beat resilient South Africa in Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinals

New Zealand overcame a spirited South Africa side with a 46-17 win in Exeter to advance to the Women's Rugby World Cup semifinals.

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Boks women won't 'roll over' for fancied Black Ferns

South Africa may be the overwhelming underdogs ahead of their Women's Rugby World Cup quarterfinal against New Zealand on Saturday, but they have no intention of going quietly, says coach Laurian Johannes-Haupt.

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Boks not scared at RWC: 'Want to play the best'

South Africa's women's rugby team still need to face France in the World Cup group stage this weekend, but have already qualified for the quarterfinals and say they don't care who they face in the final eight.

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Women's Rugby World Cup: Week 2 highlights as tournament springs into life

There was high drama in week 2 of the Women's Rugby World Cup, with upsets and thrilling finishes, leaving plenty to play for in the final round of pool play.

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Boks women revel in 'magic' Rugby World Cup effort

South Africa women's rugby captain Nolusindiso Booi summed up the entire nations's feelings as she labeled their 29-24 Rugby World Cup win over Italy as 'magic', and dedicated the historic win to those who came before her.

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Springboks Women in high spirits but have tough World Cup path

The Springbok Women may not be expected to emulate the men's team in winning the Rugby World Cup, but heading into the upcoming tournament in England (August 22 - September 27), morale is at an all-time high.

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Wallaroos repel Springbok charge for gutsy win

The Wallaroos have earned a pulsating 33-26 triumph over South Africa in Cape Town, as record-equalling Ash Marsters came up with a heroic last-ditch steal to put the Australian women's side in sight of the WXV2 tournament title.