The challenge has been laid down and kickoff is just moments away

Anthems concluded and it is time for the Black Ferns Haka

The sides are out on the field, anthems to follow

Defending champions and six time winners New Zealand do battle with Canada in the semi-finals of the Women's Rugby World Cup. New Zealand beat South Africa 46-17 in the quarter-finals, while Canada ran out 46-5 winners over Australia.