Everything you need to know about Super Rugby Aupiki 2023
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- 25 Apr 2023
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So you discovered the joys of women’s rugby last November – welcome! We are stoked to have you join us. The good news is we are just days away from seeing our Black Ferns back in action with Super Rugby Aupiki kicking off on 25 February.
Super Rugby Aupiki is the new domestic league that was introduced last year. You may have missed it as Covid ruined the party, reducing the tournament to just two weeks played out of Taupō. But not to worry, it’s back and barring further unprecedented events, should play out to its full potential this season. There will be three rounds of home games followed by a day of semi-finals played in Auckland and finals played in Hamilton.
That’s right, women’s rugby won’t just be played in the north. Fans in Levin, Dunedin, North Harbour, Christchurch, Hamilton and Wellington will all get a chance to see these games live. So if you could only watch the Rugby World Cup at home, now is your chance to come fill your local stadium.
Let’s take a look at the teams…
Matatū
Area: Based out of Christchurch, Matatū covers the Highlanders and Crusaders franchise areas, aka the whole South Island.
2022 result: 4th
Head Coach: Blaire Baxter
Captain: Alana Bremner
Home Games: 25 February, Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin (vs Blues); 4 March, Orangetheory Stadium, Christchurch (vs Hurricanes Poua)
Fan favourites: Renee Holmes, Amy du Plessis, Alana Bremner (captain), Kendra Reynolds and their Black Fern front row of Pip Love, Georgia Ponsonby and Amy Rule
Players to watch: Chey Robins-Reti, Grace Brooker, Marcelle Parkes and Sera Naiqama Read More…
