PNG Kumuls announce squad for 2026 Rugby League World Cup
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 7:33 AM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
The Papua New Guinea Kumuls have named their squad for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, which includes departing Parramatta Eels forward Jack de Belin and debutant Josh Feledy. The team, coached by Jason Demetriou, faces a challenging group stage against England and Samoa after reaching the quarter-finals in the last World Cup. Unfortunately, star player Alex Johnston is sidelined due to injury. The Kumuls will start their campaign against Lebanon in Port Moresby, followed by matches against Samoa and England.
- •PNG Kumuls will play against Lebanon, Samoa, and England.
- •Jack de Belin and Josh Feledy headline the squad.
- •Alex Johnston is injured and will miss the tournament.
- •The squad includes both NRL players and local talent.
- 7:33 AMZero Tackle NRL — PNG Kumuls name squad for Rugby League World Cup
"The squad has a heavy local focus, while also featuring a host of current and ex-NRL players.
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