New Zealand and Australia Clash in High-Stakes Rugby League Tests

Both men's and women's teams face off in Christchurch as New Zealand seeks to maintain dominance over Australia in the Pacific Championships.

New Zealand's men's team aims to extend their winning streak against Australia on home soil, having not lost to the Kangaroos in New Zealand since 2012.
Australia's men's team, led by new captain Isaah Yeo, seeks redemption after last year's 30-0 defeat to New Zealand in the Pacific Championship final.
The Jillaroos are looking to avenge their loss to the Kiwi Ferns in the 2023 Pacific Cup final, where they suffered their first defeat in seven years.
Shaun Johnson returns from retirement to lead a new-look New Zealand men's team, while Australia fields a consistent lineup from their recent win over Tonga.
The women's match sees New Zealand debutant Gayle Broughton bringing her Olympic rugby sevens experience to the Kiwi Ferns' lineup.