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Saab sets sights on Tonga after emotional Cedars debut

Saab sets sights on Tonga after emotional Cedars debut

Two of the most passionate fanbases in international rugby league will go head to head when Lebanon take on Tonga in the World Cup.

Best gives big contract hint before Kangaroos debut

Best gives big contract hint before Kangaroos debut

Best gives big contract hint before Kangaroos debut

Best gives big contract hint before Kangaroos debut

Bradman Best wrote down in primary school that he wanted to play for Australia and gets to realise his dream, as he also opens up on his next contract.

'People love him': Luai out to defy critics on PNG soil

'People love him': Luai out to defy critics on PNG soil

'People love him': Luai out to defy critics on PNG soil

'People love him': Luai out to defy critics on PNG soil

Future PNG Chiefs star Jarome Luai has the eyes of 11 million Papua New Guineans on him as he prepares to play for Samoa against the Kumuls.

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How Chiefs target healed family feud after Storm snub

How Chiefs target healed family feud after Storm snub

Marcus Bai was furious with how son Cooper rejected Melbourne but says the forward is showing greater maturity in his decision-making this time around.

Weale's simple message for family ahead of Aussie debut

Weale's simple message for family ahead of Aussie debut

Lock forward Makenzie Weale will make her debut for the Australian Jillaroos off the bench in their World Cup match against England this Saturday.

Rising star arrives in PNG, set to join expansion club

Rising star arrives in PNG, set to join expansion club

The PNG Chiefs' coach and CEO have rolled out the red carpet for Cooper Bai in Port Moresby, with the youngster expected to sign with the new NRL team.

'True identity': PNG Chiefs unveil new logo amid drama

The Chiefs have launched their new logo in Port Moresby as PNG Prime Minister James Marape told Australian taxpayers their contribution "won't be in vain".

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Rabbitoh beats 'hard times' to make Australia debut

Rabbitoh beats 'hard times' to make Australia debut

Rabbitoh beats 'hard times' to make Australia debut

Rabbitoh beats 'hard times' to make Australia debut

David Fifita regained his mojo under Wayne Bennett's coaching this year and has opened up on why it's now fitting Kevin Walters is behind his Kangaroos debut.

'Remember the words': Olakau'atu's proud first Sipi Tau

'Remember the words': Olakau'atu's proud first Sipi Tau

'Remember the words': Olakau'atu's proud first Sipi Tau

'Remember the words': Olakau'atu's proud first Sipi Tau

Chosen by co-captains for the Tongan Sipi Tau, Haumole Olakau’atu led the pre-game performance before starring with two tries in the win over England.

Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick'

Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick'

Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick'

Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick'

Australia's No.7 Sam Walker will make his Test debut alongside halves partner Tom Dearden, with whom he shares a long family history and a strong rapport.

'Redemption': Katoa's drive to keep firing for Tonga

'Redemption': Katoa's drive to keep firing for Tonga

'Redemption': Katoa's drive to keep firing for Tonga

'Redemption': Katoa's drive to keep firing for Tonga

Tonga are ready to be considered a World Cup heavyweight after a stunning victory over England, but two stars need to overcome injuries to take on Lebanon.

Roosters star Paki to make Jillaroos World Cup debut

Roosters star Paki to make Jillaroos World Cup debut

Roosters star Paki to make Jillaroos World Cup debut

Roosters star Paki to make Jillaroos World Cup debut

Coach Jesse Skinner is handing Jillaroos debuts to a Sydney Roosters premiership winner and a Dragons recruit in the World Cup clash with England.

Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup

Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup

Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup

Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup

Australia will field four debutants against Fiji, with David Fifita to play his first game for the Kangaroos after previously representing Tonga.

'Toughest man alive' leads PNG towards World Cup dream

'Toughest man alive' leads PNG towards World Cup dream

'Toughest man alive' leads PNG towards World Cup dream

'Toughest man alive' leads PNG towards World Cup dream

Papua New Guinea hooker Edwin Ipape has been hailed as the linchpin figure most likely to lead the Kumuls to World Cup glory.

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What happened in Vegas, stays in Vegas for Jillaroos

The Jillaroos will start hot favourites when they take on England in Perth, but they're not expecting to lay down 17 tries like last time.

'Not a competition' as Tedesco takes reins from Reece

James Tedesco will play his first Test for Australia since 2023 but is downplaying the battle for the Kangaroos' fullback jersey with Reece Walsh.

The 110kg reason Leniu made Parramatta switch

Spencer Leniu has discussed the motivations behind his move to NRL strugglers Parramatta after finishing his time at the Sydney Roosters with a premiership.

Young Fijian flyer is developing a flair for tries

After four tries in four NRL games Solomone Saukuru now has two tries in two Tests for Fiji.

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Local hero makes a successful return for fantastic Fiji

Jacob Saifiti has made a winning comeback after a month-long suspension to be among Fiji's tryscorers in big World Cup victory over the Cook Islands.

'Not here to make up the numbers': Fiji coach

Fiji have given New Zealand a real scare in their World Cup opener, going scoreless in the second half while losing by just six points in Newcastle.

Tonga crush England in World Cup game of death

Cheered on by their King, Tonga have taken a giant stride towards securing a World Cup semi-final berth after crushing England in front of a sell-out crowd.

Jillaroos on notice as England crush Wales at World Cup

England winger Amelia Brown has produced a stunning length-of-the-field try during her team's 13-tries-to-one demolition of Wales in Perth.

Veteran Martin leads from front in final PNG campaign

A stylish 14 points from veteran Papua New Guinea forward Rhyse Martin has highlighted the Kumuls' opening World Cup win over Lebanon.

Kangaroos suffer setback with Cup over for star half

Luckless Kangaroos halfback Mitchell Moses will miss the remainder of the Rugby League World Cup after scans revealed a muscle tear in his lower leg.

Fantastic four for flying winger headlines PNG win

A four-try haul to PNG winger Naomi Kelly set up the Orchids for a perfect start to their Women's Rugby League World Cup campaign.

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