It’s a big week for women’s rugby, and there’s plenty for Alice Soper and Les Elder to get stuck into.

Australia finally has a new coach, Fijiana have one too, and New Zealand Rugby is putting more into its women’s game — both on the coaching side and with the naming of the Black Ferns and Black Ferns XV squads.

Alice and Les break down the selections, including the players who were unlucky to miss out, before looking at all the positives from a ten-try performance against the Wallaroos. Three debutants also made strong first impressions, adding to the feeling that there’s plenty to be excited about.

But the work isn’t done yet. With more rugby still to come, the Black Ferns’ next challenge is South Africa.

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This week on Full Credit, Alice gets Les and special guest Chelsea Semple (Black Fern #173) up to speed on the latest developments across the Tasman, including the ongoing coaching changes in Australian rugby and the appointment of a new director. Could it signal a fresh direction for the Wallaroos?

The trio then dives into the 2026 Super Rugby Aupiki season, reflecting on the standout moments, biggest stories, and the players who made the biggest impact. They name an MVP from each Aupiki team before revealing their overall MVP of the season, discuss what made this campaign such a success, and share their wish lists for next year.

To wrap things up, they put on their selectors' hats and each names their starting lineup for the August 22 Test between the Black Ferns and the Wallaroos.

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Alice Soper and Les Elder say goodbye to the Hurricanes Poua and Chiefs Manawa, celebrating the standout moments, biggest performances, and lasting memories from their 2026 campaigns. Alice also shares what was undoubtedly the ultimate fan experience at the Poua match and why it made for such a special day.

Attention then turns to the finalists, as the Blues finally found their rhythm at the perfect time to book their place in the championship decider. Standing in their way are Matatū, who will host what is set to be the biggest Super Rugby Aupiki final yet, with a record-breaking crowd expected in Christchurch.

Can Matatū rediscover the form that made them the competition's benchmark? Or have the Blues timed their run to perfection and built the momentum needed to lift the trophy?

To wrap things up, Alice and Les pick their in-form XV from the final round, recognising the players who stood out when it has mattered most.

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