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Bostock's Debut Hat-Trick Sinks Kiwis in World Cup Thriller
Rugby

Bostock's Debut Hat-Trick Sinks Kiwis in World Cup Thriller

Debutant Jack Bostock scored three tries as defending champions Australia edged New Zealand 24-22 in a pulsating Rugby League World Cup opener in Sydney. Kalyn Ponga starred with two tries on his Kiwis debut but left the field with a suspected broken arm.

4 min to readOct 16, 2026 · 06h
Declan Meredith pictured in Rugby Australia’s Bledisloe selection report; archive photograph.
Rugby

Meredith replaces injured Donaldson as Australia name Bledisloe side

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto is set for his 50th Test as the Wallabies prepare to face New Zealand at Accor Stadium.

2 min to readOct 15, 2026 · 23h