Christchurch to host Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns Rugby League World Cup double-header

'Payback for fans': Newcastle expects massive 'economic boom' for historic matches

McDonald Jones Stadium hosts key 2026 Rugby League World Cup matches. Newcastle celebrates as tourism and rugby fans gear up.

'Payback for fans': Newcastle expects massive 'economic boom' for historic matches

McDonald Jones Stadium hosts key 2026 Rugby League World Cup matches. Newcastle celebrates as tourism and rugby fans gear up.

Kiwis to play World Cup double-header at new stadium

Christchurch’s new 30,000-seat stadium will host a Kiwis league double-header during the IRL World Cup next year.

Christchurch to host Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns Rugby League World Cup double-header

The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns will get to play one match at next year’s Rugby League World Cup on home soil, with Christchurch’s new Te Kaha stadium to host a...

'Payback for fans': Newcastle expects massive 'economic boom' for historic matches

McDonald Jones Stadium hosts key 2026 Rugby League World Cup matches. Newcastle celebrates as tourism and rugby fans gear up.

Christchurch indoor stadium to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup double-header

Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns stars are celebrating confirmation that both national sides will play a World Cup double-header at Christchurch’s brand-new indoor stadium next year, marking a landmark moment for rugby league in the city. The 30,000-seat One New Zealand Stadium — set to open in April — will host Round 2 of the IRL Rugby League World Cup 2026, giving fans their first major international fixtures under a fully enclosed roof. The Kiwis will fa…