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'Our pack is No.1': Aussie prop to make Cup statement

'Our pack is No.1': Aussie prop to make Cup statement

Australia front-rower Keaon Koloamatangi has kept the mind games going about who will start up front as he addressed criticism of the Kangaroos pack.

'Great pickup': Storm signing says 'bye bye' to Titans

'Great pickup': Storm signing says 'bye bye' to Titans

'Great pickup': Storm signing says 'bye bye' to Titans

'Great pickup': Storm signing says 'bye bye' to Titans

Gold Coast forward Cooper Bai has become the first player to tour Port Moresby and knock back the PNG Chiefs after signing a three-year deal with Melbourne.

On the Munny: Cam's new role depends on Walsh groins

On the Munny: Cam's new role depends on Walsh groins

On the Munny: Cam's new role depends on Walsh groins

On the Munny: Cam's new role depends on Walsh groins

Cameron Munster has taken to his vital new goalkicking role with aplomb, but whether he continues in the World Cup final is yet to be decided.

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Broncos rake's bravery revealed as No.9 battle resumes

Broncos rake's bravery revealed as No.9 battle resumes

Brisbane hooker Cory Paix is in a five-way battle to be the starting No.9 in 2027 as he returns to pre-season training after shoulder surgery.

'We have culture too', says in-demand Kangaroo

'We have culture too', says in-demand Kangaroo

Jack Bostock scored a hat-trick on international debut when the Kangaroos last played New Zealand to begin the World Cup.

Jillaroos make shock halves call for World Cup final

Jillaroos make shock halves call for World Cup final

Brisbane's Jesse Southwell has replaced Jocelyn Kelleher in the Jillaroos side for the World Cup final as New Zealand make one key change to their men's team.

Major Tom in battle with Pez dispenser for Broncos No.7

Major Tom in battle with Pez dispenser for Broncos No.7

Brisbane have a three-way battle at No.7 and Tom Duffy has his work cut out to beat Jonah Pezet and Ben Hunt to the coveted jersey.

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'We won': Kangaroo shoots down claims of Kiwi dominance

'We won': Kangaroo shoots down claims of Kiwi dominance

'We won': Kangaroo shoots down claims of Kiwi dominance

'We won': Kangaroo shoots down claims of Kiwi dominance

Prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has hit back at criticism of the Australia's forward pack ahead of the World Cup final against New Zealand, labelling it disrespectful.

'So beatable': Kiwi Ferns have history on side

'So beatable': Kiwi Ferns have history on side

'So beatable': Kiwi Ferns have history on side

'So beatable': Kiwi Ferns have history on side

The Jillaroos have dominated the Kiwi Ferns for the last decade, but it was a different story in the 20 years prior to that.

'Kmart foamy' won't lure Storm skipper to Gold Coast

'Kmart foamy' won't lure Storm skipper to Gold Coast

'Kmart foamy' won't lure Storm skipper to Gold Coast

'Kmart foamy' won't lure Storm skipper to Gold Coast

A tongue-in-cheek recruitment drive to lure Harry Grant to the NRL's Gold Coast from Melbourne with a free surfboard hasn't impressed the Storm gun.

League's great entertainers primed for World Cup show

League's great entertainers primed for World Cup show

League's great entertainers primed for World Cup show

League's great entertainers primed for World Cup show

Kalyn Ponga has spoken of his looming battle with rival fullback Reece Walsh ahead of New Zealand's clash with Australia in the World Cup final.

Eels recruit to miss NRL opener after ref gesture

Eels recruit to miss NRL opener after ref gesture

Eels recruit to miss NRL opener after ref gesture

Eels recruit to miss NRL opener after ref gesture

Parramatta look set to be without Spencer Leniu to start their NRL season while one of the Broncos' best has been suspended for two games.

Ex-footballer jailed over 'horrific' attack on partner

Ex-footballer jailed over 'horrific' attack on partner

Ex-footballer jailed over 'horrific' attack on partner

Ex-footballer jailed over 'horrific' attack on partner

A coercive former footballer controlled who his partner could communicate with before he subjected her to "horrific" violent abuse when she opted to leave him.

US to host World Cup games but no guarantees of a spot

US to host World Cup games but no guarantees of a spot

US to host World Cup games but no guarantees of a spot

US to host World Cup games but no guarantees of a spot

The 2030 Rugby League World Cup will be a five-week tournament staged across different cities in the US and Pacific.

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Payne relief: Haas promises Souths fans 'special' times

Prized South Sydney recruit Payne Haas is convinced the Rabbitohs have the playing roster to win the NRL premiership in 2027.

Ponga's Kiwis call vindicated following unlikely return

After facing years of criticism over his international eligibility, World Cup final-bound New Zealand fullback Kalyn Ponga could have the last laugh.

Skinner calls for Australian pre-game cultural ceremony

Australia will face the haka ahead of a blockbuster World Cup final, but Jess Skinner hopes future Jillaroos teams will have a pre-game cultural ritual.

More to give: Ruthless Roos say they can be better

Australia had their best performance of the Rugby League World Cup in their semi-final win over Samoa, but warn the best may be yet to come ahead of the final.

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Kangaroos into World Cup final after thrashing Samoa

Australia have thrashed Samoa by 32 points to book a Rugby League World Cup final clash with New Zealand.

Giant strides, but Pacific must rise again for a title

Samoa's 44-12 World Cup semi-final defeat to Australia shows while the Pacific has surpassed England, a sizeable hurdle must be cleared to lift the trophy.

Jillaroos head for cup final, surviving a Fijian scare

Australia have beaten Fiji to set up a women's Rugby League World Cup final against New Zealand.

Going back generations: New rule for rugby league Tests

Rugby league players will be able to represent the heritage of their great grandparents in new rules aimed at protecting the smaller nations.

Tonga's two most influential figures meet fork in road

Kristian Woolf's future as coach and the age of captain Jason Taumalolo are big factors in Tonga's road map to international success.

Ponga stars as NZ book Cup final spot with Tonga win

Kalyn Ponga is 80 minutes from World Cup glory after returning following a three-week lay-off with a broken arm to help New Zealand sink Tonga.

Hat-trick helps 'primed' Ferns secure Cup final spot

Fetu Samoa's quest for a maiden Women's Rugby League World Cup final appearance has fallen short, with the Kiwi Ferns blowing them away 32-0 in Newcastle.

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