Fullback Tammi Wilson scored two tries and converted four goals, while centre Hannah Myers made 14 points from seven conversions.

[2] England's points came from the boot of their flyhalf Shelley Rae who kicked in two penalties and a drop goal all in the first half.

New Zealand's Tammi Wilson kicked two penalties and Monique Hirovanaa scored a try to give them an 11–9 lead at halftime.

New Zealand Lock Victoria Heighway was sin-binned in the second half but the English were unable to capitalize on it.

Loose forward Cheryl Waaka scored New Zealand's last try that put them 16–9 before a final penalty goal from Hannah Myers sealed the game at 19–9 at fulltime.