Australia and New Zealand clash in double Rugby League World Cup final Sunday
Australia plays New Zealand in both men's and women's World Cup finals at Brisbane on Sunday.
Why it matters
Two world titles are at stake for Australian rugby league in one evening, a rare double-header chance to claim both crowns.
In Australia. A successful double would cement Australia's dominance in rugby league at the global level and cap the tournament in Australian territory with Australian champions.
Key facts
- 3.10pm
- Women's kickoff
- 6.35pm
- Men's kickoff
- Australia 24, New Zealand 20
- Pool match result
- Golden Boot winner
- Ponga's tries
- The Kangaroos take on the Kiwis at 6.35pm, with the Jillaroos facing the same opponent at 3.10pm.
- The women's and men's finals happen at Lang Park and broadcast live on Channel Seven.
- A key battle in the men's final will pit Australian fullback Reece Walsh against New Zealand's Kalyn Ponga, both among the tournament's standout players.
- Ponga won the Golden Boot despite playing through a broken forearm.
- Walsh has earned man-of-the-match honours twice in three games.
- Australia beat New Zealand 24-20 in their opening pool match.
