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Australia cruise past Samoa in women’s Rugby League World Cup opener
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PUBLISHEDOct 16, 2026, 11:34 AM
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Jillaroos defeat Fetu Samoa 40-0 in Sydney Jocelyn Kelleher kicks six conversions on her debut The Jillaroos’ World Cup defence began with a comprehensive 40-0 victory over Samoa at Commbank Stadium in Sydney, even if they eased off in the second half with just two tries after the break.
Jocelyn Kelleher was assured by boot and hand on her debut at five-eighth, vindicating the decision by coach Jess Skinner to leave…
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