Huge training clue reveals Mal’s halfback call
Both Nathan Cleary and Daly Cherry-Evans have been named in Australia’s squad to face Lebanon – but now we know who’ll be starting at halfback.
World Cup
‘Have a beer’: Kangaroos headache only worsens
Daly Cherry-Evans has given a telling interview as Australia’s selection dramas only intensified following a thumping win over Italy.
NRL star in hot water over ‘dog shot’
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been slammed for a “dog shot” in New Zealand’s win over Ireland at the Rugby League World Cup.
Fresh blow for ‘team who should be sent home’
Things have gone from bad to worse for a Samoan side humiliated by England in their first match of the World Cup.
‘Send them home’: Voss blasts ‘insipid’ Samoans
If Matt Parish wasn’t feeling the heat before, he will now after the Samoan coach and his players were torn to shreds by Andrew Voss
Care worker’s amazing journey to World Cup
The Kangaroos better take note because there’s a young Aussie called Jake Maizen ready to help Italy produce the biggest upset of the World Cup.
‘Fastest man on the planet’ goes viral
The Kangaroos started their Rugby League World Cup campaign in dominant fashion but it was an effort by the referee that stole the show.
Cameraman’s cheeky national anthem ploy
The camera operator was seemingly well aware of the off-field drama surrounding Victor Radley ahead of his England debut.
Australia’s brutal World Cup demolition
Josh Addo-Carr scored two tries to help Australia kick off the defence of their Rugby League World Cup title with a huge win.
Shambolic Rugby League World Cup ‘failure’
The opening match of the Rugby League World Cup was delayed by 10 minutes after an embarrassing mishap at the venue.
‘Awful’: Ruthless World Cup thrashing
England has started their Rugby League World Cup campaign with a brutal thrashing of Samoa, who boasted six Panthers players.
Coach blasts own team’s ‘hated’ change
The Kangaroos coach has laid the blame over a controversial decision that’s infuriated both players and fans.
Why a cult hero is tipping the Kiwis
Australia will head into the Rugby League World Cup as clear favourites, but a Warriors legend is tipping New Zealand.
‘Cannot believe it’: Johns blasts Kangaroos
Matthew Johns has accused the Kangaroos of tampering with history by devising their own system for numbering jerseys.
Latrell Mitchell fumes at shocking NRL snub
Latrell Mitchell was disappointed no NRL scouts attended a popular competition to spot the next generation of rugby league talent.
Grand final hero’s World Cup snub
Both the Clive Churchill Medal winner and the Dally M player of the year will be watching the World Cup from their couches.
More good news for grand final winners
There’s another trophy now in the sights of a trio of premiership winning Penrith Panthers stars after getting a national call-up.
Footy boss apologises for ‘shocking’ remark
Rugby league boss Ralph Rimmer has apologised to the Fijian squad after a “throwaway remark” prompted calls for his resignation.
NRL star wants to ‘prove everyone wrong’
Josh Addo-Carr was overlooked for State of Origin this year but he’s determined to represent Australia at the Rugby League World Cup.
Kangaroos World Cup blow
A season full of more downs than ups has ended with more bad news for NRL star Kalyn Ponga.
‘I love it’: Another star defects from Australia
Yet another star turn away from Australia ahead of the season-ending World Cup as a Queensland firebrand is the latest in the exodus.
Origin coaches quit new roles immediately
The ARLC has been forced into an embarrassing backflip after Billy Slater and Brad Fittler reportedly withdrew as selectors.
‘Now or never’: Star turns back on Australia
The 2022 World Cup should be an absolute belter as another NRL star and Origin hopeful has pledged his allegiance overseas.
Australia’s big blow as Origin star defects
NSW Blues Origin star Brian To’o has dropped a bombshell which will deliver a massive blow to Australia’s World Cup chances.
Cherry-Evans ‘confident’ in halfback race
Nathan Cleary had a stellar season last year, but Daly Cherry-Evans is confident he can keep the Panther out of the Australian side.
Kingpin’s cheeky ’convict’ jab over canned Cup
Australia and New Zealand both elected to withdraw from this year’s Rugby League World Cup, and now organisers have pulled the plug.
NRL clubs’ fear amid World Cup chaos
The 16 NRL clubs are standing by Australia and New Zealand’s decision to withdraw from the Rugby League World Cup over Covid concerns.
Stars hope for ’once in a lifetime opportunity’
A number of NRL stars have spoken glowingly over the prospect of an Indigenous team to compete in the Rugby League World Cup later this year.
Gus goes postal over World Cup ‘cr*p’
Phil Gould has added fuel to the fiery debate over Australia and New Zealand’s move to pull out of the rugby league World Cup.
‘I’ll go’: Raiders star hopes World Cup goes on
Josh Hodgson wants to represent England in the Rugby League World Cup and fears what the withdrawal of Australia and New Zealand means.
‘Disappointing’: Footy kingpin lashes Australia
IRL Chair Troy Grant has called Australia and New Zealand’s decision to withdraw from the 2021 World Cup a “disappointment”.
‘Absolute insanity’: Johns brothers rejected
Andrew and Matty Johns’ offer to coach Samoa has fallen on deaf ears, despite the fact the move could unlock a team to rival Australia.
Bennett to coach England in Nines
Wayne Bennett will coach England at the Rugby League World Cup Nines in Sydney in October.
Promoter may not be able to bankroll Rugby League World Cup
THE Sydney-based promoter who made history by taking the England-New Zealand Test to Denver, may not be in a position to finance the 2025 World Cup.
All the teams for rep weekend
FROM Campbelltown to North Sydney to Denver, here’s your one stop shop for all the teams who will take the field for the representative weekend. SEE ALL THE TEAMS HERE.
Daley lands plum job as chief Roos selector
JUST nine months after he was sacked as Origin coach, Laurie Daley has been endorsed by the NSWRL board as a chief selector for Mal Meninga’s Kangaroos. He will join Darren Lockyer in the top role.
Fiji to boycott Tests over RLWC pay dispute
FIJI Bati players have threatened to boycott future Tests after claiming they have not been paid for making last year’s Rugby League World Cup semi-final.
Jillaroo Kezie Apps goes under knife again
ALMOST a year after she broke her leg, Jillaroos star Kezie Apps has undergone surgery to remove the six screws and plate inserted in her leg so she could play at the rugby league World Cup.
The most successful athlete of 2017
WORLD Cup glory capped off arguably the most successful year by an athlete in any sport in 2017 for Cameron Smith.
World Cup Team of the Tournament
AUSTRALIA earned five selections in this collection of the best talent at the Rugby League World Cup — although none in the forward pack.
Graham not sorry for ‘cheating c***’ spray
FIERY forward James Graham says he won’t apologise for calling an Australian player a ‘cheating c***’ and if people don’t like it then ‘turn off the ref mics’.
REVEALED: Why Cronk wore bronze number
WHILE his Kangaroos teammates had their usual golden numbers on their backs for the World Cup final against England, Cooper Cronk’s was bronze. Coach Mal Meninga revealed the reason why.
Smith: We need to play more international games
KANGAROOS skipper Cameron Smith says the success of the Rugby League World Cup has whet the appetite for more Test matches, but he admits the only way it’ll happen is to shorten the NRL season.
Roos remain on top of world after epic final
MAL Meninga has become the first man to captain and coach Australia to World Cup glory as the Kangaroos summoned every ounce of courage to break England’s hearts.
Kangaroos down England in brutal World Cup final
AUSTRALIA are world champions again after edging England 6-0 in an epic Rugby League World Cup final — check out how it all unfolded.
World Champs! Aussies edge Kiwis in classic
AUSTRALIAN greats Renae Kunst and Steph Hancock have been handed their fairytale farewell, after the Jillaroos retained the World Cup trophy with a stunning 23-16 victory over the Kiwi Ferns.
Australia win women’s World Cup
THE Jillaroos are back-to-back world champions after Caitlin Moran sealed the final with a field goal with seconds to go to beat New Zealand 23-16.
Who’s who in the Jillaroos
THE Jillaroos are desperate for back-to-back World Cups after breaking the Kiwi Ferns’ dominance last tournament. Here’s what you need to know about the players tasked with the job of winning.
England skipper out of World Cup final
ENGLAND have suffered a serious blow with captain Sean O’Loughlin ruled out of tomorrow night’s World Cup final against Australia.
Jillaroos star’s huge World Cup blow
JILLAROOS sensation Sam Bremner’s hopes of a fairytale comeback in the World Cup final have been dashed.
TV times for Jillaroos, Kangaroos final
THE Jillaroos and the Kangaroos will be fighting for world supremacy when they take on New Zealand and England respectively in Saturday’s finale of the rugby league World Cup.
Jillaroos shelve sentiment for Cup final
THE end is nigh for retiring Jillaroos leaders Steph Hancock and Renae Kunst but Australia have had little time for sentiment as they prepare to face New Zealand.
Roos: We must protect Cronk
AFTER England put the hurt on Cooper Cronk in the tournament opener, Australian forward Aaron Woods says the Kangaroos won’t allow the Poms to repeat the dose in the final.
World Cup Final teams: Who replaces Hodgson?
THE rugby league year is set to come to a close with the World Cup final between Australia and England on Saturday night. Here are the full team lists for both sides.
Man who could turn England’s RLWC hopes
ENGLAND might have lost star hooker Josh Hodgson to a horror ACL injury but don’t give the RLWC final away to the Kangaroos just yet.
Cecchin overlooked as RLWC final referee
MATT Cecchin has been overlooked as referee for the Rugby League World Cup final with Gerard Sutton getting the nod.
Jillaroos brace for physical World Cup final
STEPH Hancock has warned that the hard work has only just begun after the Jillaroos smashed their way into a World Cup final showdown with New Zealand.
Red-hot Jillaroos join Kiwi Ferns in World Cup final
AUSTRALIA will face New Zealand in the women’s Rugby League World Cup final after both sides recorded thumping wins today.
Referees boss Archer defends Fifita call
WORLD Cup referees boss Tony Archer has defended the Andrew Fifita ‘no try’ decision in Tonga’s heartbreaking loss to England.
World Cup Guide: Jillaroos ready to rumble
IT’S the biggest show in town and it’s where the Jillaroos are showcasing their skills against the best female rugby league players in the world.
England end Tonga fairytale in dramatic finish
ENGLAND coach Wayne Bennett has booked an explosive World Cup final clash with Mal Meninga’s Australia after the Poms broke Tonga’s hearts.
Watch: Was Tonga denied matchwinner?
TONGA’S charge to the World Cup final was ended with a contentious knock-on call. WATCH THE VIDEO AND CHECK OUT ALL THE REACTION
Tonga’s astonishing response to heartbreak
TONGA was on the wrong end of one of rugby league’s greatest controversies. They’re classy response was unforgettable.
‘Can’t believe it’: Tonga robbed
RUGBY League’s greatest fairytale comeback was ruined in a crazy moment of high drama and referee controversy.
RLWC final down to Australia v England
FROM 14 nations down to two, a thrilling finish to the last RLWC semi final means England will face Australia in a battle for the world title. This is what you need to know ahead of the big dance.
Jillaroos blow as star ruled out of semi-final
AUSTRALIA’S star fullback, who is often dubbed the female Billy Slater, will miss the semi-final clash against Canada.
Potter on Hayne: ‘I don’t want to be told any lies’
FIJI coach Mick Potter says he has purposely kept a wide berth of discussing Jarryd Hayne’s future because he doesn’t want to be lied to.
Holmes hits six as Roos run riot
VALENTINE Holmes scored six tries to propel Australia into the World Cup final with a 54-6 flogging of Fiji.
Player ratings: How did six-star superstar rate?
VALENTINE Holmes scored six tries for the Kangaroos against Fiji. But did he top our player ratings? We run the eye over every player from the first World Cup semi-final.
LIVE: Holmes hits six in Roos rout
AFTER scoring five tries last week, Valentine Holmes has croosed for SIX and the Kangaroos are out to a big lead against Fiji. Follow all the action live!
Storm stars in running for Golden Boot
KANGAROOS and Storm skipper Cameron Smith is in the race to win his second Golden Boot award, and he’s battling a fellow Melbourne star.
‘Twin’ threats lift Jillaroos’ World Cup campaign
THEY smash through their opponents in the same way, while wearing the same boots and with the same braided blonde hair.
Canadian banned for biting Jillaroo
CANADA’S Janai Haupapa has been rubbed out of the World Cup after pleading guilty to a biting charge on a Jillaroo.
Meninga annoyed by Kangaroos preparations
KANGAROOS coach Mal Meninga has demanded improvement from his playing group after their “worst” training session of the World Cup.
Women’s RLWC hits final round
THE pool matches women’s RLWC have been finalised after a triple header at Shark Park. See all the results here!
World Cup semi-final teams
WE’RE down to the business end of the tournament with Australia, Fiji, England and Tonga the last teams standing in the Rugby League World Cup. Here’s all the teams for the semi-finals.
Fiji star detained in New Zealand
VILIAME Kikau almost had his World Cup semi-final dreams dashed after being detained in New Zealand for the past two days.
Tragic story behind NRL star’s RLWC heroics
KEVIN Naiqama’s tears of joy have been one of the most enduring images of the Rugby League World Cup, but a tragic story has emerged involving the Fiji captain.
Jillaroos ace cleared of biting allegation
AUSTRALIAN centre Isabelle Kelly has been cleared to take part in the rest of the women’s Rugby League World Cup after being exonerated of biting.
NZ winger stuns with six tries in World Cup smashing
ENGLAND have booked a RLWC semi-finals berth and eneded PNG’s tournament, while a Kiwi Ferns winger ran riot — see how all the action unfolded!
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