Kalyn Ponga's return to Rugby League World Cup action, just 23 days after breaking his arm, was a risk. But New Zealand head coach Stacey Jones felt it was a risk worth taking - and was proved right.

Kalyn Ponga returns from a broken arm to inspire New Zealand to victory in a pulsating encounter with Tonga as they reach their first World Cup final since 2013.

New Zealand's women will hope it is fourth time lucky after defeating Samoa 32-0 to reach next Sunday's Rugby League World Cup final.

Kalyn Ponga returns to inspire New Zealand to a 34-10 victory in a pulsating encounter with Tonga as they reach their first World Cup final since 2013.

The view from within is that Wales should not be judged solely by scorelines at the Women's Rugby League World Cup.

England captain Lewis King says his side relish "high-pressure games" after they beat Ireland to secure top spot in Pool A en route to the semi-finals of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup.

Super League side Hull FC announce the departure of forward James Bell after one season at the club.

England beat Ireland 68-32 to secure top spot in Pool A and book their place in the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup semi-finals. They will face co-hosts Australia on Tuesday, after completing the group stage with a 100% record.

Wales bounce back from two straight defeats with a 92-18 win over the USA, despite resting several experienced players ahead of the play-offs. Wales next face New Zealand in the opening game of the finals series.

England score 23 tries as they secure a huge 134-0 win against USA at the Wollongong Entertainment Arena in New South Wales, to book their place in the semi-finals of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup semi-finals, with one group match to spare.

Reigning champions Australia rack up the biggest score in international history as they hammered Wales 124-6 in the Rugby League World Cup.

England beat Papua New Guinea 34-12 at the Rugby League World Cup in Wollongong, but look set to miss out on the semi-finals following their opening loss to Tonga.