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England’s Netball Team Falls to New Zealand in Commonwealth Games Semifinal

England's Roses suffer a 61-54 defeat against New Zealand's Silver Ferns in the Commonwealth Games netball semifinal, will play for bronze.

Editorial Desk

August 1, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Glasgow, Scotland — England’s netball team, the Roses, faced a decisive defeat against New Zealand’s Silver Ferns in the Commonwealth Games semifinal held in Glasgow. The final score was 61-54 in favor of the Silver Ferns.

The Roses will now compete for the bronze medal on Sunday. The match showcased the superior skill and strategy of the Silver Ferns, who outplayed and outclassed their English opponents.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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