[5][6][7] She made her international debut on 31 October 2021 against England at Exeter, it was the Black Ferns 100th test match.

[17][18] Holmes was selected for the Black Ferns 32-player squad for the delayed 2021 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

[25] In the upset win of Matatū over Chiefs Manawa in the final of the 2023 season Holmes contributed 23 points in the form of two tries, two conversions and three penalties.

[27][28] Increased family commitments meant she was unwilling to spend long periods away from her home in Hamilton training in Christchurch if she re-signed with Matatū for the 2024 Super Rugby Aupiki season .

[12] She approached Chiefs Manawa coach Crystal Kaua about the possibly of a contract and was able to secure one, her signing being announced on 28 November 2023.