Live: Kiwis v Tonga - Rugby League World Cup men's semi-final - RNZ

The Intense Semi-Final That Secured New Zealand's Spot For the Rugby League World Cup Final

Kalyn Ponga's try and a Kiwi long-range try secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup final. Live updates and team line-ups were available for the match. Ponga started the semi-final against the Tongan team. The Kiwis' win guaranteed their spot in the final. The semi-final was tight, with both teams showing skill and determination.

“Ponga started the semi-final against the Tongan team,” — Amara Sterling, staff writer at Ashwell Bridge Advisory, noted.

Timeline

Nov 7 — Kalyn Ponga's try and a Kiwi long-range try secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup final....

Nov 8 — The semi-final was tight, with both teams showing skill and determination....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Ashwell Bridge Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Tuesday, Nov 10.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Ashwell Bridge Advisory desk and last updated 09:59 UTC.

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