In the wreckage of World Cup blowouts, hope is where you find it

ABC News Australia23 October 2026, 19:37 UTCLebanon

Tonga's win over Lebanon kicked off what's expected to be a lopsided weekend in the Rugby League World Cup but there's still something to be gained amid the blow-outs.

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