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Rugby League Daily Digest – October 16, 2026

The latest rugby league headlines, team news, match reaction and talking points from Super League, the NRL and beyond.

Australia clinch thrilling World Cup opener against New Zealand

Australia beat New Zealand 24-22 in a dramatic Rugby League World Cup opener in Sydney, with debutant Jack Bostock scoring a hat-trick to see the hosts snatch victory late on.

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Fa’alogo bags four tries in Samoa rout

Samoan speedster Sua Fa’alogo scores his fourth try in the RLWC opener against France.

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Kalyn Ponga injury update revealed in horror blow for Kiwis

He suffered an arm injury on Thursday evening.

Zero Tackle • Read More »


Leeds Rhinos announce fifth signing as NRL prop agrees deal

Leeds Rhinos have confirmed their fifth signing ahead of the 2027 Super League season with NRL prop Wiremu Greig announced as their latest addition.

Serious About Rugby League • Read More »


Updated Team Lists: England vs Tonga – Round 1, 2026 Rugby League World Cup

England and Tonga have reduced their squads to 20 ahead of their 2026 Rugby League World Cup match at HBF Park.

Zero Tackle • Read More »


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PVL, Chiefs have first win over NZ Rugby in legal fight over NRL’s new team

ARLC boss Peter V’landys vowed to protect the PNG Chiefs over a challenge from rugby union and the franchise has had its first legal win.

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NRL gap a factor in France’s heavy defeat by Samoa, says boss

France boss Laurent Frayssinous suggests the gap between the NRL and Super League was a huge factor in their 78-4 defeat by Samoa at the Men’s Rugby League World Cup.

BBC Sport • Read More »


Jillaroos star’s statement in World Cup shutout against ‘inspirational’ Samoa

Australia cruised to victory and didn’t concede a point, but they have plenty of room for improvement after they were frustrated by a brave Samoan side that lost no admirers on Friday night.

FOX Sports Australia • Read More »


Sualauvi Fa’alogo scores four as Samoa obliterate France

SAMOA 78 FRANCE 4 JOHN DAVIDSON, CommBank Stadium, Parramatta, Friday SAMOA got their World Cup challenge off to a flying start, smashing France with a…

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Crichton scores after brutal To’o tackle

Brian To’o smashes a French player and Stephen Crichton picks up the loose ball to score.

The Sydney Morning Herald • Read More »


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Paulo, Luai lead fiery Samoan war cry

Samoan co-captain Jarome Luai and Junior Paulo lead a powerful Siva Tau during the pre-game against France.

The Sydney Morning Herald • Read More »


Graham Steadman stands down as Newcastle Thunder coach

NEWCASTLE THUNDER are seeking a new coach after confirming that Graham Steadman has stepped down.

Total Rugby League • Read More »


Dragons strike NRLW gold with signing of star forward Weale

Already welcoming star duo Alexis Tauaneai and Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa, the St George Illawarra Dragons have strengthened their NRLW starting pack with the addition of Makenzie Weale.

NRL News • Read More »


‘We need help’: Captain’s desperate plea to keep rugby league alive in France

French captain Benjamin Garcia has issued an impassioned plea for greater support of the game in his home country as the nation prepares for its opening match of this year’s World Cup campaign.

FOX Sports Australia • Read More »


FIVE November 1 NRL contract targets: Canterbury Bulldogs

A question in the halves, and big ones in the middle, shape the Bulldogs strategy.

Zero Tackle • Read More »

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