Originally scheduled to be played in 2021 but then postponed due to the Covid pandemic, rugby league’s World Cup will be played in England starting on Saturday. Men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions will be be played throughout the rest of October and into November with the finals to be contested on November 18 (wheelies) and 19 (women’s and men’s).
To see the Kangaroos squad click here. Australia will start the tournament as favourites with the strongest challenges expected to come from New Zealand, England and Samoa. To see the list of teams involved, the pools and the schedule of matches click here.
To see the Jillaroos squad click here. Australia will be the shortest of short-priced favourites for this tournament with the Black Ferns of New Zealand as their most likely challenger. To see the list of teams involved, the pools and the schedule of matches click here.
To see the Wheelaroos squad click here. To see the list of teams involved, the pools and the schedule of matches click here.
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About Ian Hauser
A relaxed, Noosa-based retiree with a (very) modest sporting CV. A loyal Queenslander, especially when it comes to cricket and rugby league. Enjoys travel, coffee and cake, reading, and has been known to appreciate a glass or three of wine. One of Footy Almanac's online editors who enjoys the occasional editing opportunity to assist aspiring writers.
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