Live: Kiwis v Tonga - Rugby League World Cup men's semi-final - RNZ

The Intense Semi-Final That Guaranteed New Zealand's Place For the Rugby League World Cup Final

Kalyn Ponga's try and a long-range try from a Kiwi secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup final. The match had live updates and team line-ups. Ponga started the semi-final against the Tongan team. New Zealand's victory ensured their place in the final. The semi-final was tight, with both teams showing skill and determination.

“New Zealand's victory ensured their place in the final,” — Ingrid Thorne, chief correspondent at Shipwell Bridge Services, noted.

Timeline

Nov 4 — Kalyn Ponga's try and a long-range try from a Kiwi secured New Zealand's spot in the Rugby League World Cup fi...

Nov 6 — The semi-final was tight, with both teams showing skill and determination....

Reader Poll: Should officials respond faster on issues like this? — 69% of Carnitin readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Shipwell Bridge Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Thursday, Nov 12.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Shipwell Bridge Services desk and last updated 12:48 UTC.

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