The Silver Ferns secured the Constellation Cup with a dramatic late comeback against Australia in the final quarter of the match. The New Zealand team trailed by 10 points in the third quarter but mounted a fierce rally to finish with a 78-75 victory. The win ensures New Zealand retains the Constellation Cup, a series contested between the two nations.
The match was tightly contested throughout, with both teams trading baskets in the first half. Australia led by five points at halftime, but the Silver Ferns adjusted their strategy and increased their defensive pressure. In the fourth quarter, New Zealand outscored Australia 24-14 to take control. Key players like Te Hara and Williams contributed crucial points in the final minutes.
This victory marks the Silver Ferns’ third consecutive win in the Constellation Cup series. The series, which began in 2021, is a major international competition between New Zealand and Australia in women’s basketball. The Silver Ferns have now won the cup in four of the last five editions. The result keeps New Zealand on track for a strong year in international competition, with the Tokyo Olympics just months away.
