Live: Kiwis v Tonga - Rugby League World Cup men's semi-final - RNZ

The Thrilling Semi-Final That Guaranteed New Zealand's Place For the Rugby League World Cup Final

Kalyn Ponga's try and a long-range try from a Kiwi secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup final. The match had live updates and team line-ups. Ponga started the semi-final against the Tongan team. New Zealand's victory ensured their place in the final. The match was closely contested, with both teams showing skill and determination.

“The match had live updates and team line-ups,” — Victor Fenwick, senior market analyst at Halcroft Grove Media, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 5 — Kalyn Ponga's try and a long-range try from a Kiwi secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup fi...

Nov 7 — The match was closely contested, with both teams showing skill and determination....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Halcroft Grove Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Halcroft Grove Media desk and last updated 13:22 UTC.

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