England narrowly defeat Black Ferns 26-19 with last-gasp intercept try

The Black Ferns have suffered a heartbreaking 26-19 loss to the World Champion Red Roses side at Twickenham this morning in the WXV clash.

In front of a huge crowd of more than 50,000, New Zealand led 12-7 led at halftime before England stepped up a gear in the second half.

England regained the lead when Ellie Kildunne burst clear, and Jess Breach stretched their lead to 19-12 as they took advantage of a yellow card for Black Ferns prop Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakalelu for a high tackle on Marlie Packer.

Mererangi Paul crossed the line next as New Zealand rallied back to 19-all with 10 minutes remaining.

But in the dying stages, England's Zoe Harrison intercepted a pass from Amy Du Plessis as New Zealand chose to run the ball from their own line in a final attempt to snatch victory.