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EXPLAINED: Kangaroos - The Real Truth

Walsh stars in big Kangaroos win to put claim on No.1

Australia have beaten the Cook Islands 66-6 in their World Cup clash in Townsville as the starting spine made a claim to stay together for the semi-final.

AAP · 46m ago

Reece Walsh fires clunky Australia to Rugby League World Cup win against Cook Islands

The Kangaroos top Pool A with a 66-6 victory in their historic clash in Townsville as Tom Trbojevic scores a second hat-trick in as many games

The Guardian - AU · 47m ago

Australia 66-6 Cook Islands: men’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened

The Kangaroos shake off a slow start to defeat Cook Islands in Townsville and cruise into the semi-finals on top of Pool A

The Guardian - AU · 3h ago

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'It's done': Walker certain to part ways with Roosters

Four-time premiership-winning coach Trent Robinson has declared there's no way back to the Sydney Roosters beyond 2027 for star halfback Sam Walker.

AAP · Oct 30

Kangaroos halves still in flux before World Cup semi

Australia coach Kevin Walters has not put a line through halfback Sam Walker for the knockout phase of the World Cup despite omitting him against Cook Islands.

AAP · Oct 30

'Zero chance': Dearden opens up on Walker swap circus

Tom Dearden is in pole position to keep the No.7 jersey for the rest of the World Cup as he talks about how special that would be, fatherhood and contracts.

AAP · Oct 30

Yeo wants Kangaroos forwards to shut the front door

Australia are yet to find their best in the World Cup and captain Isaah Yeo says the forward pack can tighten up as the sudden death World Cup phase looms.

AAP · Oct 29

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Yeo, Munster open up on the fun of November 1

Australia stars Cameron Munster and Isaah Yeo have discussed their future plans and their views on the NRL's November 1 contracting system.

AAP · Oct 29

'A lot to give': Munster has key to find his Cup mojo

Cameron Munster may not have played his best footy in 2026 but the competitive edge is still there to win the World Cup as he opens up on what drives him.

AAP · Oct 29

May the Best man win in Kangaroos centre battle

Bradman Best gets one last chance before the knockout phase of the World Cup to secure a starting centre position for Australia.

AAP · Oct 28

Thailand to Kangaroos: Strange days indeed for debutant

Australia debutant Ethan Strange has shut down talk of an early move to the Sydney Roosters, stating he is enjoying being mentored by coach Ricky Stuart.

AAP · Oct 28

World Cup over club chaos: Kangaroos backing Walker

It's business as usual for Sam Walker in Australia's World Cup camp despite his NRL playing future being in turmoil with the Sydney Roosters pulling his deal.

AAP · Oct 27

Kangaroos make fullback call for last pool match

Reece Walsh will have another chance to push his claims to start as Kangaroos fullback for the rest of the World Cup after being named to face the Cook Islands.

AAP · Oct 27

Roosters teammate hopes Walker can stay with premiers

Sydney Roosters teammate Salesi Foketi has dismissed talk that potentially losing star playmaker Sam Walker would be a "disaster" for the NRL premiers.

AAP · Oct 27

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AAP · Oct 26

No.1 issue faces Australia, but far from the only one

James Tedesco was Australia's best player in the unimpressive win over Fiji and now a huge decision awaits Kevin Walters for the World Cup semi-final in Sydney.

AAP · Oct 25

Tedesco gets Australia out of jail against fab Fiji

Australia are into the World Cup semi-finals after a 36-22 win over a Fiji side that threatened one of the biggest upsets in rugby league Test football.

The Guardian - AU · Oct 25

Australia survive almighty Fiji scare to stay unbeaten at Rugby League World Cup

The Kangaroos eventually proved too good for Fiji but not before the hosts were given a run for their money in Brisbane

The Guardian - AU · Oct 25

Australia 36-22 Fiji: men’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: The Kangaroos were far from their best but did enough to see off Fiji at Suncorp Stadium

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AAP · Oct 25

Molloy heroics seal Swans' finals, North see off Crows

Sydney will play in the AFLW finals after Chloe Molloy led a win over West Coast while leaders North Melbourne withstood a tough challenge from Adelaide.

AAP · Oct 24

'Come a long way': how Fifita won over Kangaroos coach

David Fifita's career is on the up and the faith of Australia coach Kevin Walters in his talents has fast tracked that development.

AAP · Oct 22

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.

AAP · Oct 21

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.

AAP · Oct 20

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.

AAP · Oct 20

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.

AAP · Oct 19

'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.

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