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Grassroots work leads Fiji to a historic World Cup spot

Grassroots work leads Fiji to a historic World Cup spot

Fiji's fullback Cassie Staples and assistant coach Tony Herman have spoken about the country's growing pathways ahead of their World Cup debut.

Samoa embrace 'chaos' as Luai, To'o head to PNG

Samoa embrace 'chaos' as Luai, To'o head to PNG

Samoa embrace 'chaos' as Luai, To'o head to PNG

Samoa embrace 'chaos' as Luai, To'o head to PNG

Samoa have hammered France to open their World Cup bid but they'll face a much more daunting task as Chiefs recruits Jarome Luai and Brian To'o head to PNG.

Kelleher stars as Jillaroos run riot in World Cup

Kelleher stars as Jillaroos run riot in World Cup

Kelleher stars as Jillaroos run riot in World Cup

Kelleher stars as Jillaroos run riot in World Cup

Debut-maker Jocelyn Kelleher best-on-ground as Australia kick-start their Women's Rugby League World Cup defence with a 40-point win over Samoa.

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French fried as Samoa sizzle in World Cup opener

French fried as Samoa sizzle in World Cup opener

Samoa's talent-laden squad barely worked up a sweat on the way to battering France 78-4 in their World Cup opener in Sydney.

Judge sides with NRL over NZ Rugby on Chiefs name

Judge sides with NRL over NZ Rugby on Chiefs name

Rugby league has struck the first blow in the Chief name wars, with New Zealand Rugby's urgent injunction denied ahead of the new PNG NRL club's jersey reveal.

Kiwis cling to hope of Ponga playing on at World Cup

Kiwis cling to hope of Ponga playing on at World Cup

There are fears Kalyn Ponga's World Cup campaign could be in jeopardy with the star New Zealand fullback requiring surgery on his broken forearm.

Jets look to NRL neighbours for inspiration

Jets look to NRL neighbours for inspiration

Newcastle captain James Delianov says last season's A-League Men premiers are drawing inspiration from their NRL neighbours in their search for more silverware.

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Samrani savours Lebanon debut seven years in the making

Samrani savours Lebanon debut seven years in the making

Samrani savours Lebanon debut seven years in the making

Samrani savours Lebanon debut seven years in the making

Parramatta centre Jordan Samrani has waited seven years to represent Lebanon after being robbed of the chance as a 17-year-old.

'Chucker' Walsh throws up statement Kangaroos display

'Chucker' Walsh throws up statement Kangaroos display

'Chucker' Walsh throws up statement Kangaroos display

'Chucker' Walsh throws up statement Kangaroos display

Reece Walsh was so exhausted by his efforts in Australia's thrilling World Cup win that he was physically sick.

Jack comes up trumps as Kangaroos clinch Cup thriller

Jack comes up trumps as Kangaroos clinch Cup thriller

Jack comes up trumps as Kangaroos clinch Cup thriller

Jack comes up trumps as Kangaroos clinch Cup thriller

Jack Bostock has scored a hat-trick on debut for Australia in a stunning 24-22 World Cup win over New Zealand at a packed-out Allianz Stadium in Sydney.

'Lot to re-learn': Kiss's shock take on code-hopper

'Lot to re-learn': Kiss's shock take on code-hopper

'Lot to re-learn': Kiss's shock take on code-hopper

'Lot to re-learn': Kiss's shock take on code-hopper

In a development that will be music to Peter V'landys's ears, Wallabies coach Les Kiss isn't rolling out the red carpet for returning star Mark Nawaqanitawase.

One Raider locked in, another out as November 1 looms

One Raider locked in, another out as November 1 looms

One Raider locked in, another out as November 1 looms

One Raider locked in, another out as November 1 looms

Canberra have made a big off-season halfback move while Parramatta have locked down a star forward for another season.

'Backing herself': Kelleher readies for Jillaroos debut

'Backing herself': Kelleher readies for Jillaroos debut

'Backing herself': Kelleher readies for Jillaroos debut

'Backing herself': Kelleher readies for Jillaroos debut

Jess Sergis has spoken about her Sydney Roosters and now Jillaroos teammate Jocelyn Kelleher as she prepares to fill some big shoes for Australia.

How prop with the NRL's most Italian name got PNG call

How prop with the NRL's most Italian name got PNG call

How prop with the NRL's most Italian name got PNG call

How prop with the NRL's most Italian name got PNG call

Luca Moretti was a surprise call up for Papua New Guinea, with the Parramatta prop shedding light on the links that will hand him a Kumuls debut this weekend.

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World Cup blow for England as injury scuppers NRL star

England have suffered a blow to their rugby league World Cup hopes after Canberra forward Morgan Smithies suffered a tournament-ending injury.

No Moses but Conti can lead Lebanon to promised land

Lebanon are without Mitchell Moses and Adam Doueihi for this World Cup but impressive Canterbury young gun Alex Conti gets his chance at No.7.

40,000 reasons Kaufusi wants World Cup pay equality

Australian players earn $40,000 for the World Cup while players from other teams get $850 per match. RLPA General President Felise Kaufusi says that isn't fair.

'All love': the All Blacks inspiring NZ's league aces

The All Blacks have ditched the cross-code rivalry to throw their support behind New Zealand's rugby league World Cup side ahead of a showdown with Australia.

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Taumalolo hungry like the Woolf for Tonga's big test

Jason Taumalolo will play his fourth World Cup for Tonga after a strong season and with an aura that has coach Kristian Woolf confident he is ready to unleash.

'So many teams can win': closest league World Cup yet

New Zealand coach Stacey Jones believes up to five teams, including England, Samoa and Tonga, can challenge Australia for rugby league World Cup glory.

Kangaroos coach makes Tedesco vow, explains Walsh pick

The door remains open for James Tedesco to dislodge Reece Walsh as Australia's first-choice fullback, Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters says.

'Prove people wrong': Luai warning after Tigers exit

Samoan teammate Stephen Crichton is keen to see Jarome Luai silence the haters after his PNG Chiefs move was widely blamed for derailing Wests Tigers season.

'I will look at it': Bai ready for PNG Chiefs approach

Gold Coast forward Cooper Bai has joined Jarome Luai in inking a sponsorship deal with a PNG-based company as he faces a huge call on his future. .

Tonga settle on spine for World Cup 'Game of Death'

Tonga have named one of the most explosive benches at the World Cup, headed by Leka Halasima, as they prepare to take on England in a blockbuster.

Walsh wins Kangaroos nod as Kiwis reveal stacked pack

Reece Walsh has edged out James Tedesco for Australia's fullback role as he goes head to head with New Zealand debutant Kalyn Ponga.

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