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Australia crush New Zealand to win fourth Women’s Rugby League World Cup

Australia crush New Zealand to win fourth Women’s Rugby League World Cup

Also reported by BBC Top Stories

Summary

Australia beat New Zealand 34-10 in Brisbane to win its fourth consecutive Women’s Rugby League World Cup. Jaime Chapman scored three tries as Australia built a 34-6 half-time lead.

Key Facts

  • Australia scored twice in the opening five minutes.
  • Jaime Chapman scored a hat-trick, including the tournament’s 11th try.
  • Australia scored six tries before half-time and led 34-6.
  • Shaylee Bent, Jessica Sergis and Tamika Upton also scored for Australia.
  • Mackenzie Wiki scored New Zealand’s only try of the second half in the final seconds.
  • New Zealand’s Shannon Mato scored its first try of the match.
  • Australia has beaten New Zealand in the final for each of its four consecutive titles.
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