Ruahei Demant
A talented back for the Black Ferns and the Blues, Ruahei Demant is known for her strategic understanding of the game and her ability to elevate the performance of her teammates. She plays a significant role in mentoring young athletes, including Braxton Sorensen-McGee, as they develop their skills in rugby.
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Ruahei Demant crossed for a try in the match against France.
England outclass Canada to capture glorious Women’s Rugby World Cup triumph | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025
United Kingdom· 2025-09-27
Ruahei Demant was set up for a try under the posts.
Black Ferns v France: Allan Bunting’s side claim Women’s Rugby World Cup bronze
New Zealand· 2025-09-27
Ruahei Demant is the captain of the Black Ferns.
Black Ferns v France: New Zealand side eye strong Women’s Rugby World Cup finishNew Zealand· 2025-09-27
Ruahei Demant is one of the players in the Black Ferns squad.
Black Ferns v Canada: Why first quarter could be telling in Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-19
Co-captain Ruahei Demant retains her first five-eighth role and will win her 50th cap against Canada in Bristol.
Black Ferns v Canada live updates: Women’s Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-19
Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant will win her 50th cap against Canada in Bristol.
Black Ferns v Canada: Chelsea Bremner on the key improvements Black Ferns have made ahead of World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Ruahei Demant retains her first five-eighths role and will win her 50th cap against Canada.
Black Ferns: Jorja Miller’s mystery injury explained ahead of Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Ruahei embodies mana and everything that a Black Fern should be through her authenticity.
Black Ferns v Canada: Ruahei Demant to play 50th test in Rugby World Cup semifinalNew Zealand· 2025-09-17
Ruahei Demant expressed pride in the team's performance after the win.
Black Ferns v South Africa: The ‘rark-up’ that sparked the Black Ferns into the World Cup semifinalsNew Zealand· 2025-09-14
Black Ferns No 10 Ruahei Demant said after the win.
Black Ferns v South Africa: New Zealand shake off South Africa to reach Rugby World Cup semfinalsNew Zealand· 2025-09-13
Ruahei Demant is co-captain and plays at first five-eighths.
Black Ferns v Japan: Live updates from Women’s Rugby World Cup pool clashNew Zealand· 2025-08-31
Ruahei Demant is one of the experienced players on the bench for the Black Ferns.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns look for intention over perfection against Spain in openerNew Zealand· 2025-08-23
Ruahei Demant is a co-captain and first five-eighth for the Black Ferns.
‘Pressure is a privilege’: Braxton Sorensen-McGee on being New Zealand’s youngest star | Women's Rugby World Cup 2025United Kingdom· 2025-08-23Ruahei Demant is a first five-eighths available for the match.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns name new-look squad for opener against SpainNew Zealand· 2025-08-22Ruahei Demant is one of the most experienced players in the Black Ferns squad with 45 caps.
Women’s Rugby World Cup: Black Ferns hooker Georgia Ponsonby on what it will take to defend titleNew Zealand· 2025-08-21Ruahei Demant returned to the No 10 jersey in 2025.
Black Ferns: Rugby World Cup prospects and challenges for defending championsNew Zealand· 2025-08-02
Ruahei Demant opened the scoring for the Black Ferns in the second half.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: New Zealand secure Laurie O’Reilly Cup in final pre-World Cup hit out victoryNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Ruahei Demant is a co-captain and plays first five-eighths.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos live updates: World Champions host Australia for Laurie O’Reilly CupNew Zealand· 2025-07-12
Ruahei Demant is one of the players starting every Black Ferns test this season.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Ruby Tui, Kelly Brazier make test returns as five ruled out with injuryNew Zealand· 2025-07-10Lock Alana Bremner has been named as co-captain alongside first five-eighths Ruahei Demant.
Black Ferns make changes for July series as trio ruled out with injuryNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
Ruahei Demant had a strong outing, scoring a try in the match.
Black Ferns v USA: Portia Woodman-Wickliffe scores seven tries as Black Ferns claim Pacific Four titleNew Zealand· 2025-05-24
Ruahei Demant is the co-captain of the Black Ferns who contributed to leveling the scores.
Black Ferns v Canada: New Zealand snatch late draw in ChristchurchNew Zealand· 2025-05-17
Co-captain and first five-eighths Ruahei Demant starts together with halfback Maia Joseph.
Black Ferns v Australia: Live updates from the Pacific Four Series clash in NewcastleNew Zealand· 2025-05-10Ruahei Demant is a co-captain and first five-eighths for the Black Ferns.
Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Braxton Sorensen-McGee to make test debut after impressive Super Rugby Aupiki campaignNew Zealand· 2025-05-08Ruahei Demant is praised for her humility and hard work as part of the Black Ferns leadership team.
Black Ferns: Ruby Tui on ‘furious’ start to test camp with Pacific Four squad on the horizonNew Zealand· 2025-04-30
Black Ferns captain Ruahei Demant did an excellent job steering the Blues around the field.
Blues v Waratahs result: Blues win inaugural Super Rugby Champions final at North Harbour StadiumNew Zealand· 2025-04-17
Ruahei Demant, also known as Lou, is a teammate of Sorensen-McGee who provides valuable insights into the game.
On The Up: Rookie Blues fullback an oval ball superstar in the making – LockerRoomNew Zealand· 2025-04-14
