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Reece Walsh scores a hat-trick as Australia reach the Men's Rugby League World Cup final by overwhelming a Samoa side left fuming by a series of refereeing calls against them.
Australia have reached their fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final as they seek a fourth consecutive title - but they were made to work harder than anyone expected.
Kalyn Ponga's return to Rugby League World Cup action, just 23 days after breaking his arm, was a risk. But New Zealand head coach Stacey Jones felt it was a risk worth taking - and was proved right.
New Zealand's women will hope it is fourth time lucky after defeating Samoa 32-0 to reach next Sunday's Rugby League World Cup final.
Four years ago, Tara Jones played in a Rugby League World Cup semi-final for England. This Saturday, she will be refereeing one.
New Zealand call Kalyn Ponga and Phoenix Crossland into their extended squad for their 2026 Rugby League World Cup semi-final against Tonga.
Those looking for hope down under can find it in an England rugby league team who can still enjoy some World Cup success.
After England exit the Men's and Women's Rugby League World Cups at the group stage, the RFL announces plans designed to prevent a repeat.
