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According to ABC News, Australia secured a fourth consecutive women’s Rugby League World Cup with a 34-10 final victory over New Zealand at Lang Park. The Jillaroos took control immediately, leading 12-0 by the time the Kiwi Ferns completed their first set and holding a 34-6 advantage at half-time.
Jamie Chapman earned player-of-the-match honours after a first-half hat-trick. Her three tries showcased strength, finishing and speed, while Jess Sergis also turned a one-out run into a long-range try. Australia’s depth was also illustrated by the kicking game of Jessie Southwell and the strength and skill of Olivia Kernick.
New Zealand improved after the break, but the contest had already been decided. The final was a repeat of the 2022 decider, which Australia won by 50 points, although the Jillaroos did not reproduce their best performance in Brisbane’s humidity. Isabelle Kelly lifted the trophy after the win.
The result also highlighted Australia’s dominance in the women’s international game, strengthened by the development of the NRLW. Samoa and Fiji have room to improve, while New Zealand is expected to develop as the Warriors settle back into the NRLW. Australia, however, has extensive selection depth: Sarah Togatuki, Ellie Johnston and Rima Butler were not in the side, while Southwell is already a World Cup winner at 21.
