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The Black Ferns Sevens have named their squad to defend New Zealand's double titles at the 2018 Rugby World Cup Sevens in the USA alongside the All Blacks SevensBlack Ferns Sevens coach Allan Bunting said this was the most challenging squad he has ever had to name."It was definitely hard but that's exactly where we want to be. In our trials there was so much motivation, excitement and skill set; we know we have selected the right team."We have had a good year, but this group is strict on themselves, we think we have room to improve and those last bits we need to get right are the toughest."Our players are incredibly motivated, playing in an amazing stadium and having the chance to leave mana there, to inspire other women, this is another great opportunity for our team," said Bunting.The Black Ferns Sevens face Mexico in their opening match of the World Cup on Friday 20 July (kick off 6.50am Saturday 21 July NZT).The Black Ferns Sevens team is:Shakira BakerMichaela BlydeKelly BrazierGayle BroughtonTheresa Fitz