Reece Walsh vomits against Kiwis, Kalyn Ponga injured as Jack Bostock shines
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Australia and New Zealand have set a high standard for the 17th edition of the Rugby League World Cup, opening the 2026 tournament with an all-time classic.
Young Kiwi Casey McLean defied gravity, and debutant Aussie Jack Bostock won the match for the Kangaroos,Meanwhile, a vomiting Reece Walsh and a broken-armed Kalyn Ponga produced one of the great fullback duels.
Here are the quick hits from the opening match.1.
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Australia and New Zealand have set a high standard for the 17th edition of the Rugby League World Cup, opening the 2026 tournament with an all-time classic.
Young Kiwi Casey McLean defied gravity, and debutant Aussie Jack Bostock won the match for the Kangaroos,Meanwhile, a vomiting Reece Walsh and a broken-armed Kalyn Ponga produced one of the great fullback duels.