Fast5 Netball final result, score: Australia defeats New Zealand in final take out 2023 World Series

Tom Naghten

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Australia has defeated New Zealand 35-23 in the final of the Fast5 Netball World Series in Christchurch on Sunday.

The all-conquering Diamonds recorded their second win in two days over their trans-Tasman rivals to add yet another international honour to their vast catalogue.

Defenders Matilda Garrett and Ashleigh Ervin were pivotal in the victory, restricting the Kiwis' chances and getting plenty of pressure on the ball when Grace Nweke and Co. did get their hands on it.

MORE: Fast5 Netball World Series: Rules, draw, schedule, results, scores for 2023 tournament

After failing to take out the Fast5 World Series across the first nine tournaments, the Aussies have now gone back-to-back.

It got off to a slightly shaky start on Saturday with an early loss to Jamaica but Australia recovered to win the remainder of their games.

Earlier, New Zealand claimed a 51-34 victory over the Aussies in the men's final while England claimed the bronze in women's with a 30-22 win over South Africa.

Here's how it played out:

Fast5 Netball World Series final result, score

Australia 35 defeats New Zealand 23

An extremely professional performance from the Australians to see out the final quarter. Slick in transition, dogged in defence and efficient in front of goal.

End of 3rd quarter: Australia 29 New Zealand 21

Another good quarter from the Australians, particularly on the defensive end as they limit New Zealand's shooting chances.

Half-time: Australia 20 New Zealand 15

A strong fightback from the home side is cancelled out as Australia capitalise on the powerplay with a four-pointer to maintain their margin at the main break.

End of 1st quarter: Australia 12 New Zealand 7

The Aussies go into the first break with a five-point lead thanks to some efficient offence. Each team scored a four-pointer in the powerplay late in the quarter.

6pm AEDT: The anthems are done and we are moments away! Here's how the teams are lining up:

How to watch Fast5 Netball World Series: TV guide and streaming

Region/Country TV Streaming
Australia - 7plus
Caribbean - Sportsmax
New Zealand Sky Sport Sky Sport Now
South Africa - SuperSport
Rest of world - Netball Pass

What is Fast5 Netball? Rules and format

In the Fast5 format of netball, teams are made up of five players, rather than the standard seven.

The match length is shorter, with games split into four six-minute quarters.

Unlimited substitutions are also allowed throughout a match from the 'substitution box'.

When it comes to scoring, there are three different zones: worth one, two and three points, respectively. 

After a goal is scored, the team that did not score takes the centre pass, unlike the traditional alternating centre pass rules.

You can watch World Netball's video explainer below:

Tom Naghten

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Tom Naghten is a senior editor at The Sporting News Australia where he's been part of the team since 2017. He predominantly covers boxing and MMA. In his spare time, he likes to watch Robbie Ahmat's goal against the Kangaroos at the SCG in 2000.