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2026 Women's Rugby League World Cup: Ruthless Australia Win Record Fourth Women's World Cup
- On Sunday, Australia defeated New Zealand 34-10 at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, securing their fourth consecutive Women's Rugby League World Cup title.
- Australia established an early lead by scoring six tries in the opening 35 minutes, while winger Jaime Chapman recorded a hat-trick before the break.
- Selecting Jesse Southwell at stand-off proved effective as she landed five goals; captain Isabelle Kelly praised the team's 'respect between the two of our teams.'
- Struggling in the Brisbane humidity, New Zealand fullback Apii Nicholls suffered a hamstring injury in the 66th minute; Mackenzie Wiki scored a late consolation try.
- Undefeated in 16 World Cup matches since July 2013, Australia remains the sport's dominant force, contrasting with New Zealand's earlier titles in 2000, 2003, and 2008.
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On Sunday in Brisbane, Australia won its fourth consecutive World Cup from rugby to XIII, winning against New Zealand (32-12), at the end of a mastered final.
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