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Australian success is not guaranteed but who can stop the Rugby League World Cup hosts?

A handful of increasingly competitive teams are expected to at least provide intrigue in what is likely to be the best tournament the sport has witnessed

The Guardian - AU · 12h ago

Men’s Rugby League World Cup 2026: group-by-group preview

Australia and New Zealand are the main contenders on home soil while the pressure is on England straight away in new format

The Guardian - UK · 19h ago

Paulo to use past heartbreak to fuel World Cup charge

Samoa's co-captain Junior Paulo has offered a helping hand to four Newcastle players ahead of the Rugby League World Cup.

AAP · Oct 10

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England name Rugby League World Cup squad as Brian McDermott makes big Mikey Lewis call

England will begin their World Cup campaign against Tonga on 17 October

The Independent UK · Oct 5

Lisa Nandy urges deal to keep Rugby League World Cup on free-to-air TV

The culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has spoken out after it emerged that this year’s Rugby League World Cup will not be shown on the BBC

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Tonga star vows to atone for ego and poor leadership

Siosifa Talakai is eager to represent Tonga at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, admitting he bungled his last chance at the tournament.

AAP · Jul 29

'Tough decision': Fifita's three choices for World Cup

Gold Coast and Queensland star Jojo Fifita qualifies for New Zealand, Australia and Tonga at the Rugby League World Cup and D-day is fast approaching.

AAP · Jul 24

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RL:Storm star suffers setback but eyes World Cup return

Tui Kamikamica has set his sights on leading Fiji at the Rugby League World Cup, with the Melbourne prop's return to the NRL delayed by a medical setback.

AAP · Jun 15

Storm star suffers setback but eyes World Cup return

Tui Kamikamica has set his sights on leading Fiji at the Rugby League World Cup, with the Melbourne prop's return to the NRL delayed by a medical setback.

AAP · Jun 15

Storm speedster eyeing Samoa return for World Cup

Sua Faalogo is on course for a recall to the Samoa side for this year's Rugby League World Cup, with the Storm star saying he's now ready for Test football.

AAP · Jun 2

RL:Rugby League World Cup gets major government boost

The federal government is showing its support for women's rugby league and the 2026 World Cup, tipping more than $12 million into the three-pronged tournament.

AAP · May 26

Rugby League World Cup gets major government boost

The federal government is showing its support for women's rugby league and the 2026 World Cup, tipping more than $12 million into the three-pronged tournament.

AAP · May 26

Walters to coach Australia at Rugby League World Cup

The Australian Rugby League Commission has extended coach Kevin Walters' contract with the national rugby league team.

AAP · May 15

Brian McDermott to lead England into Rugby League World Cup

McDermott, the most successful coach in Super League history, takes over from Shaun Wane

The Independent UK · Apr 23

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AAP · Mar 11

'Deepest sense of belonging': Ponga switches to NZ

Superstar Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga is available to represent New Zealand after a meeting of the International Rugby League board.

AAP · Nov 26, 2025

Staggs' loyalty clear ahead of World Cup call

Brisbane star Kotoni Staggs' commitment to Australia at next year's Rugby League World Cup is reliant on one thing.

AAP · Nov 23, 2025

Sydney to host Tonga-Samoa World Cup blockbuster

The draw has been released for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup with Australia in the same pool as Fiji, New Zealand and the Cook Islands.

AAP · Nov 9, 2025

Cook Islands smash South Africa, book World Cup ticket

Cook Islands have booked their spot in a fourth Rugby League World Cup, turning it on to beat South Africa 58-6 in Sydney.

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AAP · Oct 29, 2025

Tonga, Samoa set for showdown in new World Cup format

Officials are set to unveil a unique format for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, which will include Samoa and Tonga facing off while in opposite groups.

AAP · Jul 24, 2024

Australia to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup

Australia have been handed hosting rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with some matches to also be played in Papua New Guinea.

The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2024

Australia poised to win race to host Rugby League World Cup in 2026

Australia are the frontrunners to win the race to host the next Rugby League World Cup in 2026, with an announcement due in the near future

AAP · May 4, 2024

Lebanon gesture that showed Cheika's NRL credentials

Jacob Kiraz says NRL coaching candidate Michael Cheika has a gift for inspiring his players, as evidenced by a gesture from the last Rugby League World Cup.

The Guardian - UK · Oct 17, 2023

Shaun Wane U-turns to call up Harry Newman for new-look England

Shaun Wane had said he would not pick Leeds centre Harry Newman due to concerns over his attitude, but he is set to make his Test debut on Sunday

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2023

2026 Rugby League World Cup to be hosted in southern hemisphere

France pulled out of hosting the tournament in May.

Daily Mirror · May 18, 2023

Qatar make shock bid to stage 2025 Rugby League World Cup after France pull plug

Qatar are expected to make a bid to stage another major global sporting event, following on from their hosting of the football World Cup in 2022

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