Superstar Duo Headline Strong New Zealand Squad for Rugby League World Cup

Ponga’s NZ debut confirmed, World Cup heartbreak for legends’ sons

‘I think it is one thing to represent your club but another to represent a country and culture.’

Superstar duo headline strong New Zealand squad for Rugby League World Cup

Ponga and Gagai were both born in Australia but switched their allegiance to the Kiwis this year, given their Maori descent and after changes to eligibility rules. Gagai has previously represented Queensland in the State of Origin 23 times and has seven Australian caps, including in their 2017 World Cup final victory over England. Ponga has also been a stalwart for Queensland but has yet to play a Test. "We're very excited for this World Cup cam…

Ponga, Gagai among new faces in Kiwis squad

By NZRL Kiwi head coach Stacey Jones has named a formidable 23-man squad for IRL Rugby League World Cup 2026, with their campaign kicking off in a week across New Zealand and Australia. To access this post, you must purchase Web, Web – One-Day, Web – 14-Day, Web – One-Month, Web – Three-Month, Web – Six-Month, Web – Annual, Web & eBook, Web & eBook – One-Day, Web & eBook – 14-Day, Web & eBook – One-Month, Web & eBook – Three-Month, Web & eBo…

BREAKING: Kiwis unveil red-hot squad as superstar duo’s big allegiance switch confirmed

BREAKING: Kiwis unveil red-hot squad as superstar duo’s big allegiance switch confirmed