RECAP: Rugby World Cup Final - Black Ferns v England

England's veteran fullback Danielle Waterman has been ruled out of the Women's Rugby World Cup final against the Black Ferns at the weekend due to concussion.

Meet the 27-year-old Wellingtonian donning the Wallaroos' green and gold jersey at the Women's Rugby World Cup in Ireland.

The New Zealand women's rugby side is on course for a fifth World Cup after toppling the United States 45-12 in the semi-finals in Belfast.

The Black Ferns made particular hard work of winning their rugby world cup semi-final and will need a marked improvement if they're to win title, said coach Glenn Moore.

The Black Ferns have made it to the final of the Rugby World Cup, with a 45-12 victory over the US in their semi-final in Belfast this morning.