The fullback market could be one of the most intriguing things to watch when the November 1 deadline arrives, with NRL clubs preparing for a frantic period of contract negotiations.

A frontrunner has emerged to accompany Cameron Munster in the halves for Australia as a glaring issue exposed itself during the Kangaroos’ win over Fiji.

James Tedesco may have made Kevin Walters’ biggest selection call of the World Cup even harder, strengthening his claim to Australia’s No.1 jersey.

The Kangaroos were handed an almighty scare against Fiji, with a host of big-name stars failing to stamp their mark on Australia’s second World Cup clash.

Australia triumphed, but Fiji – and especially their five-eighth Kurt Donoghoe – were the real winners. Christian Nicolussi

A weekend of Rugby League World Cup blowouts ends in Brisbane, where the Kangaroos are hoping to put Fiji to the sword. Follow live.

Australian Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters has made a late change ahead of their blockbuster World Cup clash against Fiji.

An Auckland-born winger shocked the Kiwis in the first half, but it was Canterbury rugby league royalty who stole the show with a double on debut. Mat Kermeen

Follow live coverage of the RLWC clash at One NZ Stadium. Richard Knowler

France were held scoreless under the roof in Christchurch as the relentless Kiwi Ferns ran in 18 tries. Brendon Egan