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Australia's Diamonds Triumph Over England in Netball Nations Cup

In a repeat of the World Cup final, Australia rallied from behind to secure a victory, setting up a historic first meeting with Uganda.

  • Australia's Diamonds netball team secured consecutive wins at the Netball Nations Cup in London, defeating England 61-59 at Wembley Arena.
  • The match was a repeat of last year's World Cup final, which Australia also won.
  • Despite a five-goal halftime deficit, England led by two goals going into the final period, but Australia rallied, scoring 18 goals to 14 in the last quarter.
  • England must now beat world No.2 New Zealand in their final group match in Leeds to reach the tournament decider.
  • Australia will face world No.7 Uganda for the first time in their history in their next match.
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