Australian rugby league coach and pundit
New Zealand has crushed Fiji 66-6 on the Gold Coast, extending their perfect World Cup run as several players are sidelined by injuries and disciplinary actions. Fiji remains competitive but saw key players sent off and faces an anxious wait on ban outcomes, while New Zealand eyes the semi-finals.
England’s Rugby League World Cup campaign is under pressure after a 30-12 warm-up loss to Tonga. Head coach Brian McDermott has named a half-back pairing and heritage-based selections for the Perth opener against Tonga, with Brimson at full-back and others in key roles. England and Australia squads are confirmed ahead of the weekend matches.