[1][2] After a two-year absence due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it was confirmed that the competition would return.

[3][4] The Black Ferns won the first test in Christchurch with an overwhelming 52–5 score and retained the O'Reilly Cup.

[5][6][7] They won the series after winning the second test in a hard-fought match, the game ended 14–22.

[8][9][10] Assistant referees: Amber McLachlin Tyler Miller Television match official: Lee Jeffery Notes: Assistant referees: Maggie Cogger-Orr Tyler Miller Television match official: Lee Jeffery Notes: On 2 August, head coach Jay Tregonning named a 32-player squad for the 2022 Laurie O'Reilly Cup.

[16] Head coach: Wayne Smith All the O’Reilly Cup matches were broadcast live on Sky.