New Zealand have staved off a shock early Cook Islands ambush, securing a mammoth 82-16 win at One NZ Stadium in their bid to reach the semi finals.

The powerful New Zealand outfit is heavily favoured to get past the Cook Islands today in Christchurch and coach Stacey Jones has changed up his squad a little in the forwards.

Cameron Munster’s manager is adamant the Storm star is “open to all options” as he prepares to hit the open market – including a move previously thought off limits.

Herbie Farnworth and Dominic Young scored hat-tricks on Saturday as England thrashedFrance 82-0 to keep their slim hopes alive of progressing to the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.

In 2024, Chantay Kiria-Ratu faced the toughest moment of her rugby league career when she ruptured her ACL before the start of the NRLW season.

In 2024, Chantay Kiria-Ratu faced the toughest moment of her rugby league career when she ruptured her ACL before the start of the NRLW season.

The Titans are reportedly preparing a bumper contract offer for Harry Grant, with the Storm star set to hit free agency in a week’s time.

England found out the hard way that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas after they were pummelled 78-0 by the Jillaroos who could break records when they face Wales next week.

Tanner Stowers-Smith will carry a special family legacy onto the international stage when he debuts for the New Zealand Kiwis against the Cook Islands.