Sarah Bern, Mackenzie Carson and Bryony Field have all been included in the Red Roses side for their crunch match against New Zealand at Allianz Stadium on Saturday. Props Bern and Carson start in the front row alongside hooker Field who earns her second start, while Maddie Feaunati is recalled at No 8 meaning a switch to blindside flanker for vice-captain Alex Matthews. Morwenna Talling and Lilli Ives Campion continue in the second row, and back row Sadia Kabeya completes the pack.

The backline remains unchanged from the team that began last weekend's draw against Canada. Lucy Packer and Zoe Harrison are the half-backs with Helena Rowland and captain Megan Jones forming the centre partnership. Claudia Moloney-Mac Donald retains her spot on the wing following two tries down at Sandy Park. Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach are also named in the back three.

Last week, the Red Roses' remarkable 39-match winning run came to an end as they were held to a nail-biting 26-26 draw by Canada at Sandy Park. Head coach John Mitchell said they're moving forward in the right direction while building depth in their cover. Over 50,000 supporters will be in attendance at Allianz Stadium on Saturday for the 34th encounter between the Red Roses and the Black Ferns.