Australia Women Sevens Dominate Perth to Launch Title Defence
Australia’s Women Sevens team started strong in Perth, dominating the pool stages and finishing first in Pool B. They are on track for back-to-back championship titles on home soil. The semi-final match against the USA is scheduled for 12:35 PM AWST tomorrow. Fans can watch the 2025-26 HSBC SVNS Series live and on demand via Stan Sport.
Strong Performances Define Pool Stages
Co-captain Bella Nasser showcased her scoring ability, netting tries in all three matches. Coach Tim Walsh praised the team’s depth, allowing for effective rotation among players. “We’re really lucky to have the depth of our team,” Nasser noted. This depth enables them to build on combinations between experienced and younger players.
Match Snapshots
- Australia vs. Great Britain: Australia 54, Great Britain 5
- Australia vs. France: Australia 26, France 12
- Australia vs. Canada: Australia 38, Canada 10
The team’s dominance was evident from the start. They overwhelmed Great Britain with a decisive win, featuring a hat-trick from Heidi Dennis. “Once we got going, it was great,” said Dennis. “Playing at home with friends and family watching makes it even better.”
Maddison Levi Shines
Maddison Levi played a crucial role in the team’s success, scoring multiple tries throughout the day. She opened the scoring against France with her first two tries and continued her momentum against Canada with another double. “We have room for improvement,” Levi acknowledged. The team is eager to bounce back from their recent loss to New Zealand at the Singapore Final.
Upcoming Semi-Finals
The semi-finals will feature Australia facing the USA and the Black Ferns Sevens against France. Both matches promise to deliver intense competition as teams fight for a spot in the finals.
Australia Women Results – Day One Perth
| Match | Score | Tries |
|---|---|---|
| vs. Great Britain | 54-5 | Davis, Nathan, Dennis (3), Paki, Nasser, M. Levi |
| vs. France | 26-12 | M. Levi (2), Nasser, Nathan |
| vs. Canada | 38-10 | M. Levi (2), Nasser, Ashby, Dennis, Shave |
The Australians are looking forward to maintaining their level of performance as they aim for victory in the upcoming semi-final. The excitement continues to build for fans, players, and coaches alike.
