Australia's Reece Walsh exerted himself to the point of throwing up, while New Zealand's Kalyn Ponga tried to play on with a suspected broken arm in a dramatic Men's Rugby League World Cup opener.

Australia beat New Zealand 24-22 in a dramatic Rugby League World Cup opener in Sydney, with debutant Jack Bostock scoring a hat-trick to see the hosts snatch victory late on.

Jack Bostock scores a hat-trick of tries as Australia fight back to win the opening game of the Rugby League World Cup against New Zealand.

World Cup co-hosts Papua New Guinea's love of rugby league manifests itself in the Kumuls and the Orchids national teams, two badges of hope and unity for the island.

Kallum Watkins is called up as a late replacement to England's Rugby League World Cup squad after Morgan Smithies is forced to withdraw through injury.

The only Great Britain side ever to complete an away Test series against Australia unbeaten are inducted into the Rugby League Hall of Fame.

Leeds Rhinos sign New Zealander prop Wiremu Greig on a one-year deal, with an option for a further 12 months.

Wakefield Trinity reach their first Super League Grand Final where they will face Warrington Wolves after stunning Wigan Warriors 33-6 in the semi-finals.

Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves earn a thrilling narrow Super League semi-final win over Leeds Rhinos to reach their first Grand Final for eight years.

Matty Ashton scores a hat-trick as Warrington Wolves end Hull Kingston Rovers' reign as Super League champions with victory in the play-off eliminator.

Wakefield Trinity reach their first ever Super League semi-final with a 26-16 victory over Leigh Leopards.

Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves seal third place in Super League to reach the play-offs despite a fine performance from Toulouse Olympique.