Australia reaches Rugby World Cup semis; New Zealand claims victory
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 11:21 AM
Last updated Oct 25, 2026
Australia secured a 36-22 victory over Fiji in a decisive Group A match, confirming their place in the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals. Fiji initially led 16-12 but saw a try ruled out for obstruction, allowing Australia to regain momentum. Tom Trbojevic scored a hat-trick for Australia, contributing significantly to the win. New Zealand bounced back from a prior defeat, defeating the Cook Islands 82-16, with Jamayne Isaako scoring a record 38 points in the match. Both teams will prepare for crucial upcoming matches, with New Zealand facing Fiji in their final pool game on October 31.
- •Australia beats Fiji 36-22 to reach semi-finals
- •Trbojevic scores hat-trick in decisive match
- •New Zealand defeats Cook Islands 82-16
- •Isaako sets points record with 38 in match
- •New Zealand faces Fiji on October 31 in final pool game
- 11:21 AMBBC Sport — Australia reach World Cup semis & New Zealand get back on track
"Australia edge to a 36-22 victory in a pulsating Group A match against Fiji to book their place in the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.
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