England captain Sarah Hunter says that Rugby World Cup closing defeat by New Zealand can not diminish the influence of the Pink Roses on their sport.
“One consequence would not outline the squad that we’re, the people who we’re,” Hunter advised ITV Sport.
“Hopefully again house we have now impressed the subsequent era and given them one thing to be pleased with.”
The defeat, through which England have been hampered by an 18th-minute crimson card for wing Lydia Thompson, ended a run of 30 successive victories for England.
That streak had made the Pink Roses heavy pre-tournament favourites, however New Zealand, who misplaced closely in each Assessments in opposition to England final autumn, have been impressed on house soil.
“Sport is merciless, sport would not finish the best way you need it to and sadly that was us tonight,” added Hunter.
“Credit score to New Zealand, they saved coming and located a manner. They’re deserved champions.
“We might be proud. We’ll look again and we did not depart any stone unturned and that’s what we wished to do whatever the consequence.
“We left every little thing on the pitch. It’ll take time, we’re hurting, however we’ll keep collectively and get by means of that harm collectively.”
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