Ahead of the women's Rugby League World Cup, the dominance of the Jillaroos looms like a spectre.

Beginning this season on the sidelines due to an ACL rupture, Jack Bostock had little reason to believe he would be preparing to make his Australian debut just months later.

Jack de Belin will head into the upcoming World Cup uncontracted for next season, but the veteran forward plans to show clubs he is still up to NRL standard as he looks to secure a new deal.

A host of NRL clubs will see huge change to their playing rosters for 2027.

All you need to know about the Rugby League World Cup’s blockbuster opener between the Kiwis and the Kangaroos Andrew Voerman and Joseph Pearson

Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters raises eyebrows by choosing the Broncos star at fullback over James Tedesco for Thursday night's clash against the Kiwis, outlining his reasons for overlooking the 2026 Clive Churchill Medallist.

The NRL is expected to introduce a wildcard weekend to the finals in either 2027 and 2028 following the success of the concept in the AFL this year.

The Broncos have officially confirmed that scouting guru Peter O’Sullivan will join the club as its new General Manager of Recruitment.

In a show of cross-code solidarity, the All Blacks were on hand to lend their support to the Kiwis as the New Zealand footballing teams prepared for their respective clashes with Australia. Adrian Proszenko

The Rugby League World Cup exists in a constant state of change, but ahead of the tournament opener between Australia and New Zealand, the much-maligned tournament can prove less can be more.