Portia Woodman-Wickliffe breaks New Zealand try record in World Cup win

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe became New Zealand's all-time leading try scorer, surpassing Doug Howlett's record of 49 tries during the Black Ferns' dominant 62-19 win over Japan at the Women's Rugby World Cup. She scored her 50th try early in the match, extending her World Cup try tally to 22, and solidifying her status as a rugby legend. The Black Ferns secured their quarter-final spot with a 10-try performance, featuring notable contributions from young players like Braxton Sorensen-McGee, who scored a hat-trick. Despite Japan taking an early lead, New Zealand's experience and skill turned the game around, extending their World Cup winning streak to 14 matches. The match also included disciplinary moments, such as a yellow card for New Zealand's Laura Bayfield, which led to Japan receiving a late penalty try. This victory sets up a crucial final group match between New Zealand and Ireland to decide the winner of Pool C, with both teams tied on points.