The Black Ferns are set to face the Wallaroos in Wellington for their final test before the 2025 Rugby World Cup, with World Cup winners Ruby Tui and Krystal Murray recalled as injury cover. While no new injuries have been confirmed, the experienced duo was drafted after strong performances in last weekend’s trial match, where Tui scored both tries for the Black Ferns XV in a 45-12 defeat to the main squad.
Both Tui and Murray will join a competitive camp, with selectors using this fixture as a final evaluation before naming the World Cup squad later this month. The outside backs, in particular, are fiercely contested, and Tui’s dynamic showing has certainly boosted her chances.
Meanwhile, the Wallaroos will be eager to close the gap on a side that has dominated their head-to-head history. With Jo Yapp at the helm, Australia will be hunting for momentum ahead of the global tournament, but they’ll face a motivated Black Ferns side with depth, form, and home advantage on their side.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match and kickoff time.
New Zealand Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos live stream, TV channel
Free-to-air channel: N/A
Live stream: Stan Sport
New Zealand Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos match from the 2025 Australia tour can be streamed on Stan Sport.
What time does New Zealand Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos kick off?
The New Zealand Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos clash takes place at the Sky Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand and kicks off on Saturday, July 12 at 4:30 p.m. local (NZST).
Here's how that time translates across Australia:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Sat, July 12 | 2:30 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Sat, July 12 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Sat, July 12 | 12:30 p.m. |
Rugby schedule this week
All times AEST
Saturday, July 12
- New Zealand Black Ferns vs. Wallaroos (2:30 p.m.)
- Invitational Australia and New Zealand v British and Irish Lions (8:00 p.m.)