Awhina Tangen-Wainohu
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu is making a comeback after recovering from serious injuries that sidelined her from the last World Cup.
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Awhina Tangen-Wainohu reflects on her journey in rugby and the impact it has had on her life and family.
Black Ferns prop Awhina Tangen-Wainohu reflects on journey, from rugby as an escape to a career after medical retirement
New Zealand· 2026-05-27
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu returns to the squad for the match against France.
Black Ferns v France: New Zealand side eye strong Women’s Rugby World Cup finishNew Zealand· 2025-09-27
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu provides cover at loosehead prop.
Black Ferns v South Africa: Injured duo return for Allan Bunting’s side in World Cup quarter-finalNew Zealand· 2025-09-11
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu is part of the starting XV against Spain.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns name new-look squad for opener against SpainNew Zealand· 2025-08-22
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu is a new inclusion to the match-day squad.
Black Ferns vs USA: Sevens stars named as Ferns ring changes for final Pacific Four testNew Zealand· 2025-05-22
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu will come off the bench in what will be her first test since the last Rugby World Cup.
Black Ferns v Australia: Live updates from the Pacific Four Series clash in NewcastleNew Zealand· 2025-05-10
Awhina Tangen-Wainohu will come off the bench in her first test since the last Rugby World Cup.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Braxton Sorensen-McGee to make test debut after impressive Super Rugby Aupiki campaignNew Zealand· 2025-05-08Awhina Tangen-Wainohu and Santo Taumata were the bolters into the last World Cup side before being sidelined with serious injuries.
Black Ferns World Cup squad battle begins with 49-player campNew Zealand· 2025-04-26
