RLWC recap: Tonga down spirited Lebanon as Samoa women demolish Wales
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RLWC teams: Walters makes mass changes as four Roos get debuts
Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters has made mass changes for Australia’s World Cup clash with Fiji – and among them are four debutants.
Brutal reality as England’s World Cup hopes all-but dashed after one game
Brian McDermott knows his side are facing an uphill battle, but don’t expect to see a massive change in tactics.
Tonga star’s World Cup starts with injury blow from Tigers teammate
Tonga’s World Cup bid started horribly at HBF Park with Latu Fainu leaving the field 16 minutes into his side’s clash with England.
RLWC as it happened: Tongan fans ‘pushing the decibel meter’ in big victory
Tonga has started its World Cup campaign in style, playing in front of a sea of red at HBF Park in Perth.
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White-hot selection battle could define unpredictable World Cup
The 2026 Rugby League World Cup shapes as the most unpredictable tournament in the sport’s history. One big call could tilt the balance.
Exiled star’s World Cup selection could pave way for NRL return
Junior Amone’s return to the NRL has moved one step closer, after the young half was picked in Tonga’s squad.
'Band-Aid solution': NRL great slams Katoa sanctions
The NRL has hit four Tonga officials with breach notices, and proposed to suspend three of them, but that's not going far enough says Martin Lang.
Katoa's vow in emotional social media post after brain surgery
The Melbourne Storm back-rower took to Instagram to express gratitude for the well-wishes and medical staff.
Keary's alarming concussion test claim after 'horrible' saga
Luke Keary has given a damning insight into the way players avoid scrutiny after a head knock, calling for the system that let Eli Katoa down to be tightened.