The Silver Ferns have won bronze at the Commonwealth Games, beating England 55-48.

New Zealand played superbly to lead by one at the end of the first spell.

The Silver Ferns then went on a six-goal scoring run in the second quarter to put them ahead 29-23 at half time.

In the final quarter, England battled back in the final quarter, but the New Zealanders maintained their composure to take the spell 14-13 and secure the victory.

Young shooter Grace Nweke played a big part in the win, providing a target at the back and shooting 44 from 48 attempts at 92 percent acuracy.

It was a good turn-around from the Ferns, who were beaten by England by 10 goals in pool play.

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