Walters keeps RLWC final lineup secret to mind-game New Zealand
Coach Kevin Walters will not confirm his team sheet until near kick-off on Sunday, keeping Australia's rival guessing.
Kevin Walters is playing tactical games before Australia's Rugby League World Cup final against New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday. Prop Keaon Koloamatangi says he won't know if he's starting until captain's run on the day of the match.
Pat Carrigan has been named to start but could be shifted to the bench, as he was in the 44-12 semi-final win over Samoa. Koloamatangi says the forward pack is ready either way.
The forward group has faced criticism, but Koloamatangi insists they are the best in the world when firing.
- Suncorp Stadium
- Stadium
- Sunday
- Match day
- New Zealand
- Opponent
- 44-12 over Samoa
- Semi-final score
Why it mattersHow Walters deploys his key forwards will shape the match outcome; uncertainty may disrupt New Zealand's preparation.
AustraliaAustralians have been following the Kangaroos' run to the final and will want to know the team sheet, which Walters is withholding until the last moment.
