New Zealand secured a commanding 66-14 victory over Scotland in a WXV Global Series match at Hive Stadium. The match saw New Zealand score an impressive 10 tries, while Scotland managed to score just 14 points, with two tries from Evie Gallagher and two conversion kicks from Hannah Nelson. New Zealand's tries were scored by Palu, Vaipulu, McGregor, King, Sae (twice), Du Plessis, Sititi, Turner, and Saili, with conversions from Sorensen-McGree (seven) and King. The game was part of the WXV Global Series, a rugby tournament for women's teams from around the world. From the outset, New Zealand displayed strong dominance. Mo’omo’oga Palu scored the opening try, followed by a second try from lock Maama Mo’onia Vaipulu. Scotland had a brief moment of success when Chloe Rollie intercepted a pass, leading to a penalty and a try by Evie Gallagher. However, New Zealand quickly regained control with tries from Justine McGregor and Elinor-Plum King. Scotland's defense struggled further as Layla Sae and Amy Du Plessis added more tries for New Zealand, significantly widening the gap before halftime. In the second half, New Zealand continued their powerful performance with tries from Amarante Sititi and Tara Turner, with Sae scoring her second try of the match. Scotland managed to hold off New Zealand between the 47th minute and the final moments of the game, but New Zealand sealed their victory with a 10th try from Alena Saili. This marked a strong showing by New Zealand, who outclassed their opponents in both attack and defense. Scotland's next match is against Australia at Hive Stadium next Saturday at 16:10, while New Zealand will face England on the same day at 15:00. The Scotland team included players such as Chloe Rollie, Rachel Lloyd, Rachel Phillips, Maisie Smith, Sophie Campbell, Hannah Nelson, Rachel Clarke, and others. New Zealand's team featured players like Bianca Sorensen-McGree, Justine McGregor, Amy Du Plessis, Alena Saili, Sione Tuliau-Tua’a, Hannah King, Tara Turner, and others.