New Zealand has taken a 2-1 lead in the Constellation Cup series against Australia with a come from behind 53-54 win in Sydney.
Australia were dominant in the first quarter of the match, but did not make it count on the scoreboard and led by only three at the first break and four at half time.
In the second half the match tightened up and New Zealand outscored the Diamonds in the last quarter 10-12, getting their nose in front with less than 30 seconds to play.
The Silver Ferns Maria Folau said it was a thrilling finish.
“It was just tit for tat for most of the second half. Really proud of the effort of the girls but we have one more game going to Perth and we will see how we go,” she told Channel Nine.
Best for New Zealand was Laura Langman who had 23 assists in a tight contest on all measures.
“It was a fantastic match. It was so intense,” she said. “It got tennis like in the middle there and everyone you can’t fault the heart out there.”
Taking an advantage into the next match in Perth Langman said there were still challenges ahead for the tourists.
“The ability to probably keep the momentum going will be a real challenge. But you have to let yourselves come down a little bit so I am sure the five-hour flight will help with that.”
More to come.
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