England coach Brian McDermott refused to blame a “death route” travel schedule that left his players “buggered” in the lead-up to their opening World Cup game against Tonga on Saturday.

It is ridiculous to suggest that anyone who doesn’t sing Advance Australia Fair should not be allowed to play for the Kangaroos or Jillaroos.

An injury to Mitchell Moses has created a two-way battle for the Kangaroos halfback position, but there may be a clear solution as coach Kevin Walters contemplates his options.

The Fiji Bati were all class as they opened their 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign with a 40-12 win over the Cook Islands.

New Zealand has never lost to any nation other than Australia in the international game, but they trailed for large stretches at McDonald Jones Stadium. Andrew Voerman

The PNG Chiefs had a mini win in their legal battle against NZ Rugby this week, but if they lose the war don’t expect to see them in the Land of the Long White Cloud.

Follow live coverage of the Rugby League World Cup match between Kiwi Ferns and Fiji. Stuff sports reporters

The NRL has made a big decision that could change contract negotiations dramatically.

Two NRL clubs are watching what happens with Liam Martin at Penrith in the hope they might be able to sign the Kangaroos forward.

Tonga coach Kristian Woolf says his team's depth and quality mean the Mate Ma'a can go on with it after their big win over England at the Rugby League World Cup.