Australia’s Jillaroos remain in a league of their own after thrashing New Zealand 40-8 to retain the Pacific Championships title at CommBank Stadium on Sunday.

It was the Jillaroos’ 23rd win in their past 24 Test matches.

Their most recent loss was against New Zealand in the corresponding game two years earlier, and the gap between the world’s best team and the rest would appear to be growing, judging by their dominant performance on Sunday.

Jillaroos skipper Ali Brigginshaw said the title triumph was built on rock-solid defence, but she was “in awe” of the attacking flair her teammates displayed.

“Sometimes it’s just pretty to watch,” she said. “I’m really proud of how the girls played.”

Australia coach Jess Skinner added: “We’ll take this win and celebrate it and build on it next ye

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