International rugby league could benefit from more players representing their heritage
International rugby league could be more competitive than ever before if more players committed to representing their nations of heritage.
“We could have been smarter” – Kristian Woolf on long schedule ahead of World Cup
St Helens and Tonga head coach Kristian Woolf believes the sport could have been smarter with its scheduling in a World Cup year.
RL Today: Woolf praises Wakefield, Leigh star eyes new deal & Tonga boosted
St Helens coach Kristian Woolf was full of praise for % % Wakefield after their golden point victory yesterday, whilst Tonga have received a welcome boost.
Internationals played by the top nations since the last World Cup
Australia have been criticised for not playing any internationals since 2019 – but there’s been a dearth of them across the board since the last World Cup.
Tonga move above England in rugby league world rankings
Tonga are now second behind New Zealand in the latest International Rugby League Men’s World Rankings.
Tonga head coach supports plans for end-of-season international calendar
Tonga head coach Kristian Woolf backs the idea of an end-of-season international calendar.
New Zealand 26-6 Tonga: Kiwis win in front of sold-out crowd
The NRL’s international round started with a bang as New Zealand defeated their Pacific neighbours Tonga 26-6 in front of a sold-out crowd in Auckland.
New Zealand international records sell-out for first time in 30 years
New Zealand have sold out their international double-header at Mount Smart Stadium this weekend.
Agnatius Paasi enhancing Tonga World Cup chances, says Kristian Woolf
St Helens coach Kristian Woolf has been impressed with the displays of Agnatius Paasi this season, with the powerhouse prop wanting to play for Tonga again.
Tonga international granted release from Brisbane Broncos contract
Tonga international Brenko Lee has been granted a release from the final year of his contract with Brisbane Broncos in 2023.
New Zealand and Tonga rivalry has potential to be like State of Origin believes coach
The rivalry between New Zealand and Tonga has the potential to be as big as State of Origin.
NRL international round: Full team lists, kick-off times & TV coverage
Here is everything you need to know about the international round in the NRL, including team news, kick-off times and TV coverage.
RL on TV: Every rugby league match you can watch LIVE this week
There is plenty of rugby league to watch on TV this week, including men’s, women’s and the Wheelchair Challenge Cup final.
Ben Murdoch-Masila ruled out for two months after surgery
New Zealand Warriors forward Ben Murdoch-Masila has been ruled out for up to eight weeks following surgery on a dislocated elbow.
New Zealand v Tonga: Squads announced for mid-season Pacific test
New Zealand and Tonga have both confirmed star-studded squads packed with NRL talent for this year’s mid-season Pacific test ahead of the World Cup.
Kristian Woolf wants Wayne Bennett to remain with Tonga for World Cup
Tonga head coach Kristian Woolf says he would love to work alongside Wayne Bennett for the Rugby League World Cup.
Wayne Bennett takes up coaching role with Tonga
Wayne Bennett will take a break from putting his Dolphins roster together to return to the international scene with Tonga ahead of this month’s Pacific Test against New Zealand.
Agnatius Paasi: Tonga World Cup hopeful commits to St Helens
Tonga international Agnatius Paasi has signed a new one-year contract extension with St Helens, but has indicated he wants to stay even longer.
Tonga international Samisoni Langi set to play for France at World Cup
Tonga international centre Samisoni Langi is set to play for France in the World Cup after qualifying to play on the residency rule.
Tonga coach impressed with NRL star Siosifa Talakai ahead of World Cup
Tonga coach Kristian Woolf has been impressed with Cronulla Sharks powerhouse centre Siosifa Talakai ahead of this year’s World Cup.
NRL mid-season internationals could be scrapped after 2022
This year’s mid-season international test matches in the NRL are likely to be the last, according to Tonga coach Kristian Woolf.
Tui Lolohea wants to build on Tonga momentum after three-year absence
Huddersfield full-back Tui Lolohea wants to create more history with Tonga at this year’s World Cup after beating Australia and Great Britain last time out.