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Tonga, Samoa set for showdown in new World Cup format

Tonga, Samoa set for showdown in new World Cup format

Officials are set to unveil a unique format for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, which will include Samoa and Tonga facing off while in opposite groups.

Black can keep Pezet honest for Broncos No.7: Reynolds

Black can keep Pezet honest for Broncos No.7: Reynolds

Black can keep Pezet honest for Broncos No.7: Reynolds

Black can keep Pezet honest for Broncos No.7: Reynolds

Adam Reynolds hopes Brisbane tyro Coby Black will challenge Jonah Pezet for the No.7 spot in 2027 when the former Melbourne half arrives on a three-year deal.

Fifita officially a Rabbitoh as Titans saga ends

Fifita officially a Rabbitoh as Titans saga ends

Fifita officially a Rabbitoh as Titans saga ends

Fifita officially a Rabbitoh as Titans saga ends

David Fifita has signed with South Sydney on a two-year deal, after the Rabbitohs and Gold Coast agreed on a release deal for the star second-rower.

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Titans rejected Reynolds before he signed with Broncos

Titans rejected Reynolds before he signed with Broncos

Adam Reynolds has detailed in his autobiography how the offer of a set of steak knives couldn't convince Gold Coast to hold contract talks with him in 2021.

Taumalolo in, but Tonga suffer another blow

Taumalolo in, but Tonga suffer another blow

Jason Taumalolo is set to return from a knee injury for Tonga against New Zealand, but Kristian Woolf's side has taken another hit to their backline.

Deal done: Manly superstar backs himself on new deal

Deal done: Manly superstar backs himself on new deal

Manly fans can breathe easier after Tom Trbojevic signed a one-year contract extension, giving both he and the Sea Eagles flexibility for the future.

NRL stands down Souths winger over DV charges

NRL stands down Souths winger over DV charges

The NRL has placed South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro under the no-fault stand-down policy, meaning he will be sidelined while facing domestic violence charges.

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Molo cleared for Pacific Cup final after shot on rival

Molo cleared for Pacific Cup final after shot on rival

Molo cleared for Pacific Cup final after shot on rival

Molo cleared for Pacific Cup final after shot on rival

Samoa will have Frank Molo available for the Pacific Cup final after the prop avoided a ban for the tackle that ended Tonga's Stefano Utoikamanu's game early.

Roos ready to roar on in Ashes without their captain

Roos ready to roar on in Ashes without their captain

Roos ready to roar on in Ashes without their captain

Roos ready to roar on in Ashes without their captain

Isaah Yeo's head knock will keep him out of the second Ashes Test with England but Australia are determined to improve, even without their inspirational leader.

Nawaqanitawase: NRL return 'definitely on the cards'

Nawaqanitawase: NRL return 'definitely on the cards'

Nawaqanitawase: NRL return 'definitely on the cards'

Nawaqanitawase: NRL return 'definitely on the cards'

Code-hopping wonder Mark Nawaqanitawase has revealed he's likely to be back in the NRL after seeking Rugby World Cup glory with the Wallabies.

Hail Nanai: Storming Samoa into Pacific Cup final

Hail Nanai: Storming Samoa into Pacific Cup final

Hail Nanai: Storming Samoa into Pacific Cup final

Hail Nanai: Storming Samoa into Pacific Cup final

Lightning stopped play for 95 minutes as the biggest crowd in 68 years for a league Test in Australia not involving the Kangaroos watched Samoa beat Tonga 34-6.

Robinson makes history as Jillaroos thump Samoa

Robinson makes history as Jillaroos thump Samoa

Robinson makes history as Jillaroos thump Samoa

Robinson makes history as Jillaroos thump Samoa

Australia recorded their biggest win over Samoa in a 60-0 Pacific Cup victory featuring one of the great Test tries by powerhouse winger Julia Robinson.

Chasing perfection: Walsh not content with super show

Chasing perfection: Walsh not content with super show

Chasing perfection: Walsh not content with super show

Chasing perfection: Walsh not content with super show

Reece Walsh was dazzling, once again, on his international debut, but the new Kangaroo reckoned we'd seen nothing yet after his tour de force against England.

Walsh lights up Ashes return as Kangaroos maul England

Walsh lights up Ashes return as Kangaroos maul England

Walsh lights up Ashes return as Kangaroos maul England

Walsh lights up Ashes return as Kangaroos maul England

Broncos ace Reece Walsh looked every inch an international superstar with his superb performance in the Kangaroos' 26-6 Ashes triumph over England at Wembley.

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Samoa coach's warning over 'archaic' eligibility push

Samoa coach Ben Gardiner has urged rugby league officials not to touch eligibility rules, declaring the international game has never been better.

Tonga blow as Taumalolo ruled out of Samoa clash

Tonga co-captain Jason Taumalolo has succumbed to a knee injury on the eve of the rugby league Pacific Cup blockbuster against Samoa.

Bai shines as PNG hang on to pip Cook Islands

PNG Kumuls unearthed a star of the future in 18-year-old forward Cooper Bai as they hung on for a thrilling 40-28 Pacific Bowl win over brave Cook Islands.

Time for equality: drawcards Tonga, Samoa urge NRL

The rise of Tonga and Samoa has laid bare the need for more fairness with funding and support for both nations from the NRL, both coaches claim.

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Tonga want home Test while Taumalolo still on deck

Tonga coach Kristian Woolf makes the case for a rugby league Test match to be played in Tonga to make the most of the momentum his side has created.

Watching Broncos win grand final fired me up: Cleary

Penrith skipper Nathan Cleary says being a spectator on grand final day has made him desperate to be back playing in the NRL showpiece next season.

Halfway there! Superstar gets Kangaroos ready to rock

Australia's Kangaroos have found an unlikely new superstar fan on the eve of their first Ashes clash at Wembley - rock legend Jon Bon Jovi.

Titans all in on Hannay as Bellamy puts call on hold

Josh Hannay will coach Gold Coast for the next three years after Craig Bellamy pushed back any decision on his coaching future.

Hercules Haas crucial to ending Samoa's losing streak

Samoa have lost their past six Tests, but the form of Payne Haas last week amidst injury carnage gives coach Ben Gardiner faith they can overcome Tonga.

Storm talent hit with death threat in restaurant spat

An NRL star who attempted to intervene in a melee outside a Lebanese restaurant involving his brother has been spared a conviction.

Dolphins-bound lock in same class as Burgess: England

England will have a core of NRL players leading their Ashes challenge, with Dolphins-bound Morgan Knowles also expected to be a key player for the hosts.

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