Kalyn Ponga starts for New Zealand in World Cup semi-final
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Kalyn Ponga returns from a broken arm to start for New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup semi-final.
Kalyn Ponga returns to the starting lineup for New Zealand ahead of the Rugby League World Cup semi-final in Newcastle. The star player takes to the field just twenty-three days after fracturing his arm during the opening match of the tournament. A coveted spot in the tournament final hangs in the balance.
- The locationThe semi-final matches for both the men and women are hosted in Newcastle.
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The Rugby League World Cup brings together top international talent to compete for the ultimate prize in the sport. Overcoming major injuries during a high-stakes tournament highlights the grueling physical demands placed on professional athletes.
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Kalyn Ponga is set to start for New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup semi-final in Newcastle after recovering from a broken arm sustained in the tournament opener.
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