"Jorja Miller has been ruled out of New Zealand's semi-final against Canada in a huge blow to the Black Ferns' hopes of defending their Rugby World Cup crown. New Zealand are in for a tight game on Friday against Canada, who are ranked No 2 in the world, as the Black Ferns seek a place in a third straight World Cup final."
"Miller's injury and her predicted recovery have not been confirmed but she is working closely with the medical team. The co-captain Kennedy Tukuafu comes in at openside flanker. The lock Laura Bayfield, who has been coming off the bench in this World Cup, will also miss the semi-final. Amy du Plessis has already been ruled out for the rest of the tournament with a shoulder injury, with the outside back Mererangi Paul called up as a replacement."
"Miller is one of four changes to the Black Ferns' starting XV, with Sylvia Brunt back in the centres, Risaleaana Pouri-Lane starting at scrum-half and Tanya Kalounivale at tighthead prop. Ruahei Demant retains her fly-half role and will win her 50th cap against Canada in Bristol to become the third-highest capped Black Fern of all-time behind Kendra Cocksedge and F"
Jorja Miller has been ruled out of New Zealand's semi-final against Canada, representing a major loss for the Black Ferns' World Cup defence. Canada, ranked No 2, will pose a tight challenge after the teams drew 27-27 in their most recent meeting. The 21-year-old Miller had scored four tries and missed only two of 39 tackles during the tournament. Miller's injury and recovery timeline remain unconfirmed while she works with the medical team. Kennedy Tukuafu replaces her at openside flanker, and lock Laura Bayfield will also miss the semi-final. Amy du Plessis is out for the tournament; Mererangi Paul has been called up.
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