Australia reach World Cup semis & New Zealand get back on track
Summary
Australia beat Fiji 36-22 to reach the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals. New Zealand recovered from an early deficit to defeat the Cook Islands 82-16, while New Zealand’s women beat France 92-0.Key Facts
- Australia came from behind to beat Fiji after Fiji led 16-12 early in the second half.
- Tom Trbojevic scored three tries for Australia, and Sam Walker scored a try and kicked 12 points on his debut.
- Semi Valemei scored three tries for Fiji.
- New Zealand’s 82-16 win over the Cook Islands followed its 24-22 opening loss to Australia.
- Jamayne Isaako scored a record 38 points for New Zealand, including 13 conversions.
- New Zealand will play Fiji in a final pool match on 31 October.
- New Zealand’s women scored 18 tries in a 92-0 win over France.
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