Kiwis v Kangaroos: Newcastle Knights grand finalists Kalyn Ponga, Dane Gagai named for NZ debuts
5 sources·Updated October 15, 2026
NZ Kiwis squad
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There was a time when Test matches were rugby league's biggest, best and bloodiest spectacles, and last night's World Cup opener between Australia and New Zealand was a reminder of those days.
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Ponga left the field with a suspected broken arm in the Kiwis 24-22 loss to Australia.
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Reece Walsh has edged out James Tedesco for Australia's fullback role as he goes head to head with New Zealand debutant Kalyn Ponga.
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Australia will start the World Cup as heavy favourites, but they have a number of ‘pressure points’.
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