Munster steps up for goal kicking in World Cup final as Walsh manages injury
Cameron Munster is ready to take goal kicking in Sunday's World Cup final if Walsh cannot.
Kangaroos five-eighth Cameron Munster has proven he can handle goal kicking in recent matches. Against the Cook Islands he made five from seven.
In the semi-final against Samoa he landed six from eight. Walsh, the team's primary kicker, is managing a groin injury that is not yet at full strength.
Munster, 32, has said he does not particularly enjoy the kicking role. But he is willing to step up if Walsh cannot.
The key challenge in Sunday's final against New Zealand at Suncorp Stadium will not be the kicking alone. Both New Zealand kickers Jamayne Isaako and Kalyn Ponga are skilled.
Australia will need to perform across the full game.
- 11 of 15 across two wins
- Munster's record
- 5 from 7
- vs Cook Islands
- 6 from 8
- vs Samoa semi-final
- Suncorp Stadium, Sunday
- Final venue
Why it mattersGoal kicking can decide close matches in rugby league, and having a reliable second option gives Australia flexibility in the final.
AustraliaAustralians will be watching Sunday's Rugby League World Cup final at Suncorp Stadium, and the kicking game could determine whether the Kangaroos lift the trophy.
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