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DARK SECRETS: Strong kiwis side named for rlwc opener | Rare Historical Photos

New Zealand coach Michael Maguire has challenged Joey Manu to announce himself as the best fullback in the game after naming the Sydney Roosters centre in the Kiwis' No.1 jersey.

Maguire is not taking things lightly for the Kiwis' opening Rugby League World Cup fixture against Lebanon on Sunday (Monday AEDT), naming a near full-strength team for the game in Warrington.

Maguire's most eye-catching selection is that of Warriors-bound Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad at left centre ahead of Sebastian Kris and Marata Niukore.

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