New Zealand Defend Netball Title

The game started on a high note with both sides trying to find their feet in the match. The Aussies were first to draw blood just under the first 30 seconds. Australia took total control of the quarter as they took a three goal lead to the first break with the score at 17-14.

In the second quarter, New Zealand tried to get back into the game and resorted to quick transitional play, opening their opponents’defence. Both teams however, showed below par conversion rate. Silver Ferns reduced the deficit to only a goal as the Aussies edged the second quarter 27-26.