England go above New Zealand into second in world rankings
England have gone above New Zealand into second in the RLIF’s world rankings.
International
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves crowned New Zealand Player of the Year
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been crowned New Zealand’s Player of the Year for his efforts in a Kiwi jersey in 2018.
Albania granted RLEF observer status
Albania has become the 39th member nation of the RLEF after they were granted Observer status, further strengthening the sport in the Balkans.
International stars to make draw for final European qualifying group for RLWC2021
England’s Golden Boot winner Tommy Makinson, French star Theo Fages and Wales flyer Regan Grace will make the draw for the final men’s European qualifying group for the 2021 World ...
Jamaica want to face home nations, reveals Jermaine Coleman
Jermaine Coleman has revealed that Jamaica would like to play home nations next year as well as visiting schools on the island.
Seven Leeds youngsters named in England Academy squad to face Australian Schoolboys
Seven Leeds players have been named in the England Academy squad to face Australian Schoolboys at Leigh on Saturday.
Video: RL Shorts #1 – Should there be mid-season internationals in 2019?
In a new Saturday morning feature, James Gordon and Drew Darbyshire spend five minutes debating a hot topic in rugby league.
World Cup 9s to be held in Sydney in 2019
The NRL and RLIF have announced that the Downer Rugby League World Cup 9s will be staged in Sydney next October, with 12 nations competing in the tournament.
Caribbean Maritime University claim intercollegiate 9s Championship
The start of the eighth season of Intercollegiate Rugby League in Jamaica has been marked by CMU winning their first title, taking out the annual 9s championship.
Tevita Pangai Junior prioritises New South Wales over Tonga
Brisbane front-rower Tevita Pangai Junior has a chance of making the New South Wales team in 2019 after committing to his state over Tonga.
Liam Finn trusts new Ireland board to grow the game after stalled progress
Liam Finn is backing the new Rugby League Ireland board to take the game into new audiences after not seeing much progress throughout his career.
Jamaica’s rise to international fame has been difficult but worth it, admits Romeo Monteith
Jamaica’s director of rugby Romeo Monteith has opened up on just how difficult it has been to get Jamaica on the rugby league map.
Red Star Belgrade complete unprecedented quadruple
Red Star Belgrade have completed the season unbeaten by taking the Balkan Super League crown from rivals Partizan.
Jamaica secure place at 2021 Rugby League World Cup
Jamaica made history with their first-ever win over USA, 16-10, bringing them the 2018 Americas Championship and automatic qualification for the 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England, the eleventh nation ...
Canada beat Chile in Americas Championship
Canada finished third in the Americas Championship, running in eleven tries to down Chile 62-12 at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, in a world rankings game.
Jamaica and USA go head to head for 2021 World Cup spot
USA and Jamaica will meet at the Hodges Stadium, University of North Florida, Jacksonville on Saturday (kick off time 4pm local) to decide the eleventh nation to qualify for the ...
Fiji tour match called off due to high heat and humidity
The BARLA Lions scheduled tour match on Saturday against a Fiji Bati Residents team will no longer take place.
Bring back the Exiles – how they could look in 2019
The calibre of overseas signings heading to Super League next season should provide ammunition for the return of the Exiles concept.
Heritage important as rugby league approaches 125th anniversary
The year 2020 will mark the 125th anniversary since 22 clubs broke away from the RFU to form the Northern Union, later to become rugby league.
Lebanon post record figures at AGM and are set to reveal new board
The Lebanese Rugby League Federation has announced a of $618K AUD turnover for the last financial year.
Bold World Cup plans aim to leave tangible legacy
It was hard not to be impressed by the 2021 World Cup event that included the re-launch of its trophy back to its original state.
Liam Finn proud of his international career with Ireland
Ireland captain Liam Finn admitted that the time was right to retire from the international stage.
Lancashire and Yorkshire name Academy Origin squads to face Australian Schoolboys
Lancashire and Yorkshire Academy Origin squads to face the Australian Schoolboys this autumn.
Red Star Belgrade retain Serbian domestic title
Red Star Belgrade successfully defended the Serbian Rugby League championship, defeating arch rivals Partizan 36-16 in the Grand Final held at the SC Inge Stadium, Zvezdara.
Kevin Sinfield: There’s an appetite for more internationals
England’s Rugby director Kevin Sinfield says there is an appetite amongst the players to play more internationals.