Four years is a long time to be holding on to one moment. But for Jahrome Hughes, his inability to lead the Kiwis home against the Kangaroos in the 2022 semi-final in England is the driver behind this month’s World Cup revenge. Christy Doran

Jessica Skinner doubted her coaching style was elite. Now she believes it's exactly what elite sport needs. Her path from rural NSW to the top has been shaped by resilience, community, family and a belief that sport can change lives.

With the men's and women's Rugby League World Cup officially launched, Samoa are looking to repeat their fairytale run to the 2022 final. 

After a decade-long wait, the Knights superstar fullback is finally set to pull on the black jersey of New Zealand. Christy Doran

New Zealand Rugby has sought interim and final injunctions before the NRL's Papua New Guinea team is officially launched later this month.

Spencer Leniu has joined the exodus of Sydney Roosters premiership stars with the prop becoming the fifth player to confirm their departure from the grand final side.

Legal action has been launched to stop a new rugby league team from using the "Chiefs" name. Stuff sports reporters

High-flying winger Daniel Tupou retires from the NRL after winning his fourth grand final with the Sydney Roosters.

Stacey Jones and Ricky Henry have revealed their chosen men and women, ahead of their opening matches next week. Andrew Voerman

The Warriors winger, who played 13 tests for New Zealand, headlines a powerful 24-man Tonga squad alongside three grand final winners. Stuff sports reporters