5 October 2026

Australia Unveils Kangaroos and Jillaroos Squads for 2026 Rugby League World Cup

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Kevin Walters and Jess Skinner have locked in their 23-player squads for a home World Cup, with the Kangaroos opening against New Zealand at ...

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