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Eyeing redemption, Tonga have declared their Pasifika derby against Samoa bigger than a World Cup final as far more than title hopes go on the line in Sydney.

Mate Ma'a Tonga have turned their attention to an enticing showdown with Toa Samoa following their 36-0 shutout win over Lebanon. With a semi-finals berth still not secured, Tonga are hoping to mainta...

Jarome Luai wasn't left with much when he walked off the field in Port Moresby after helping lead Samoa to a World Cup demolition of Papua New Guinea on the ground he will call home in 12 months time.

Jarome Luai and Brian To'o were showered with gifts in their first match in Papua New Guinea since signing with the PNG Chiefs, as Samoa dismantled the Kumuls in a 64-6 win.

When Papua New Guinea face Samoa in the Rugby League World Cup, a five-eighth with flowing locks wearing headgear and boasting a wicked sidestep will be the centre of attention.

Chanel Harris-Tavita can't remember much of the last World Cup final he played in, which is why he is desperate to ensure he gets back there with Samoa.

Samoa coach Ben Gardiner has little doubt Papua New Guinea will see the real Jarome Luai, as the heavily-criticised five-eighth prepares to play in the country he will call home, following the most di...

Jai Opetaia has launched into a fight camp ahead of a potential heavyweight move to face Deontay Wilder on the biggest night in European boxing history.

Spencer Leniu says the chance to model his game off evergreen front-rower Junior Paulo - and not the opportunity to become a starting NRL prop - was the main motivation behind his decision to sign wit...

Samoa are bracing for the humidity and hostility of Papua New Guinea as Jarome Luai and Brian To'o prepare to play in Port Moresby for the first time since signing with the PNG Chiefs.

Samoa have opened their World Cup campaign by crushing France in a 78-4 win that gives an early boost to the Pacific nation's hopes of reaching the knockout stages.

Stephen Crichton expects halfback Jarome Luai to play for Samoa at the Rugby League World Cup with a chip on his shoulder following the ill-fated end to his two-year stint at Wests Tigers.

Trumpeting like Donald Trump, Joseph-Aukuso Sua'ali'i says the Wallabies can be great again as early as this Saturday with a big bounce-back win over the All Blacks.