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New Zealand narrowly avoids World Cup upset against Fiji
In a challenging start to their World Cup campaign, the New Zealand women's rugby league team narrowly escaped a major upset against tournament debutants Fiji. Despite being heavy favorites, the Ferns trailed for much of the match and had to fight back from a 12-4 deficit to secure a hard-fought 18-12 victory. Coach Ricky Henry described the performance as a necessary wake-up call, noting that the team struggled with discipline and strayed from their game plan. While they ultimately managed to clinch the win through late pressure and a decisive try, the squad acknowledges that significant improvements are required for their upcoming matches.