The win lifts New Zealand up to fourth on the WXV1, a result they will be disappointed with overall but they will be happy to carry some momentum into a World Cup year with a strong display against France. Georgia Ponsonby was heavily involved throughout and was named the Player of the Match. Alana Bremner was a reliable lineout target and carried strongly alongside Kaipo Olsen-Baker, who was powerful off the back of the scrum. Tanya Kalounivale brought huge impact in her 25-minute stint off the bench. Katelyn Vaha'akolo was typically dangerous out wide with three tries as she finished off some brilliant play by Ruahei Demant and Sylvia Brunt in the midfield.