Stilt-village kid aims to upstage Luai on PNG arrival
Jarome Luai has commanded all the attention in Port Moresby this week, but the home crowd will be cheering for his lookalike in the Kumuls' No. 6 jersey.
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The sights and sounds of PNG’s rugby league love affair
Eighteen months out from the entry of the PNG Chiefs into the NRL, Papua New Guinea's love for rugby league shines brightly.
Onwards and Upton-wards from last Aust rout of England
She helped herself to a famous five tries the last time the sides met, but Australia's Tamika Upton isn't expecting the same when the Jillaroos face England.
‘No regrets’: why Kangaroos prop made switch from Tonga
Australia prop Keaon Koloamatangi is comfortable with his decision to play as a Kangaroo at this World Cup after he lined up for Tonga in 2022.
Australian accents stand out in Wales World Cup squad
A born-and-bred Queenslander is relishing the chance to make her international debut and help Wales pull off a World Cup boilover against Samoa.
Saab sets sights on Tonga after emotional Cedars debut
Two of the most passionate fanbases in international rugby league will go head to head when Lebanon take on Tonga in the World Cup.
Back to school: Cheika’s league lessons for homecoming
After helping lift the NRL trophy with the Roosters, Michael Cheika takes Lebanon to the World Cup before bringing fresh ideas back to the NSW Waratahs.
Is this the face of the first homegrown PNG Chief?
Morea Morea is a lightning quick fullback for the PNG Kumuls and his burning desire is to become the Chiefs' first homegrown NRL player.
Best gives big contract hint before Kangaroos debut
Bradman Best wrote down in primary school that he wanted to play for Australia and gets to realise his dream, as he also opens up on his next contract.
‘People love him’: Luai out to defy critics on PNG soil
Future PNG Chiefs star Jarome Luai has the eyes of 11 million Papua New Guineans on him as he prepares to play for Samoa against the Kumuls.
How Chiefs target healed family feud after Storm snub
Marcus Bai was furious with how son Cooper rejected Melbourne but says the forward is showing greater maturity in his decision-making this time around.
Weale’s simple message for family ahead of Aussie debut
Lock forward Makenzie Weale will make her debut for the Australian Jillaroos off the bench in their World Cup match against England this Saturday.
Rising star arrives in PNG, set to join expansion club
The PNG Chiefs' coach and CEO have rolled out the red carpet for Cooper Bai in Port Moresby, with the youngster expected to sign with the new NRL team.
Rabbitoh beats ‘hard times’ to make Australia debut
David Fifita regained his mojo under Wayne Bennett's coaching this year and has opened up on why it's now fitting Kevin Walters is behind his Kangaroos debut.
‘Remember the words’: Olakau’atu’s proud first Sipi Tau
Chosen by co-captains for the Tongan Sipi Tau, Haumole Olakau'atu led the pre-game performance before starring with two tries in the win over England.
‘True identity’: PNG Chiefs unveil new logo amid drama
The Chiefs have launched their new logo in Port Moresby as PNG Prime Minister James Marape told Australian taxpayers their contribution "won't be in vain".
Kangaroos debutant Walker has ‘one more box to tick’
Australia's No.7 Sam Walker will make his Test debut alongside halves partner Tom Dearden, with whom he shares a long family history and a strong rapport.
‘Redemption’: Katoa’s drive to keep firing for Tonga
Tonga are ready to be considered a World Cup heavyweight after a stunning victory over England, but two stars need to overcome injuries to take on Lebanon.
Roosters star Paki to make Jillaroos World Cup debut
Coach Jesse Skinner is handing Jillaroos debuts to a Sydney Roosters premiership winner and a Dragons recruit in the World Cup clash with England.
Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup
Australia will field four debutants against Fiji, with David Fifita to play his first game for the Kangaroos after previously representing Tonga.
‘Toughest man alive’ leads PNG towards World Cup dream
Papua New Guinea hooker Edwin Ipape has been hailed as the linchpin figure most likely to lead the Kumuls to World Cup glory.
What happened in Vegas, stays in Vegas for Jillaroos
The Jillaroos will start hot favourites when they take on England in Perth, but they're not expecting to lay down 17 tries like last time.
‘Not a competition’ as Tedesco takes reins from Reece
James Tedesco will play his first Test for Australia since 2023 but is downplaying the battle for the Kangaroos' fullback jersey with Reece Walsh.
The 110kg reason Leniu made Parramatta switch
Spencer Leniu has discussed the motivations behind his move to NRL strugglers Parramatta after finishing his time at the Sydney Roosters with a premiership.
Young Fijian flyer is developing a flair for tries
After four tries in four NRL games Solomone Saukuru now has two tries in two Tests for Fiji.
Fiji women say they’ll keep surprising at World Cup
Fiji Bulikula say they've got plenty of surprises left for the women's World Cup after pushing New Zealand close in their opening match.
Local hero makes a successful return for fantastic Fiji
Jacob Saifiti has made a winning comeback after a month-long suspension to be among Fiji's tryscorers in big World Cup victory over the Cook Islands.
‘Not here to make up the numbers’: Fiji coach
Fiji have given New Zealand a real scare in their World Cup opener, going scoreless in the second half while losing by just six points in Newcastle.
No disrespect: England’s World Cup hopes on the brink
England's 30-12 loss to Tonga in Perth has left the world No.3 nation on the brink of being eliminated from the World Cup.
Tonga crush England in World Cup game of death
Cheered on by their King, Tonga have taken a giant stride towards securing a World Cup semi-final berth after crushing England in front of a sell-out crowd.
Jillaroos on notice as England crush Wales at World Cup
England winger Amelia Brown has produced a stunning length-of-the-field try during her team's 13-tries-to-one demolition of Wales in Perth.