Canadian women dominate Australia in Pacific Four Series rugby win

Canada Defeats Australia 45-7 in Women’s Rugby Match
Defending champion Canada put on a dominant performance against Australia in Brisbane, running in seven tries to secure a resounding 45-7 victory in the Pacific Four Series. The win completed an unbeaten run for the Canadians in the tournament.
The Canadians, ranked second in the world, now await the outcome of the match between third-ranked New Zealand and the ninth-ranked U.S. to determine if they will retain their title. Both Canada and New Zealand were tied on points going into the final round, with New Zealand holding the tiebreaker advantage.
Canada achieved their goal on Friday by defeating Australia and securing a bonus point for scoring four tries. Their points differential now stands at plus-50, but the final outcome will be determined by New Zealand’s performance in their upcoming match.
Canada’s captain, Alex Tessier, expressed pride in her team’s performance, stating, “It was a decent win. We put a lot of points on the board.” The Canadians improved their record to 7-0-0 against Australia, showcasing their dominance in the matchup.
In the game, McKinley Hunt, Karen Paquin, Julia Schell, Laetitia Royer, Krissy Scurfield, Alex Tessier, and Fabiola Forteza all scored tries for Canada, with Schell adding five conversions. Australia’s lone try came from Desi Miller, with Faitala Moleka converting.
Both teams are now preparing for the World Cup, which begins in August in England. Canada is drawn in Pool B alongside Scotland, Wales, and Fiji. The Canadian team will continue their preparations with upcoming matches against South Africa and Ireland.
Canada’s victory over Australia solidifies their position as a strong contender in the upcoming World Cup, with hopes of replicating their success from previous tournaments. The Canadian women’s team has shown consistent improvement and determination in recent years, setting their sights on achieving further success on the international stage.