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

The Exciting 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 match was closely contested, with both teams showing skill and determination.

“Ponga started the semi-final against the Tongan team,” — Ingrid Thorne, regional editor at Greenton Ford Staffing, explained.

Timeline

Nov 7 — 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 7 — The match was closely contested, with both teams showing skill and determination....

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 86% of Lug-camp-2010 readers said yes.

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

What's next: An official statement is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

ICYMI: A shooting happened at the main square in Krakow

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenton Ford Staffing desk and last updated 14:58 UTC.

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