Rugby League World Cup: Australia edge New Zealand 24-22 in thrilling start to tournament

South Africa have swung the selection axe as they consider recalling spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the second Test on Sunday.

Jack Bostock scored three tries as Australia outlasted an impressive Kiwi side in the opening match of the tournament.

A Reece Walsh blinder, and three tries to debutant Jack Bostock, sealed a memorable World Cup win for Australia.

Jack Bostock was the hero as Australia finished strong to eke out a thrilling victory over New Zealand to open the Rugby League World Cup.

Max Mackinnon starred in Brisbane's 10-point NBL win over South East Melbourne, marred by a pair of ankle injuries to the Bullets' two tallest players.

Kalyn Ponga breaks through and steps Reece Walsh cold to score a crucial New Zealand try.

Kangaroos halfback Mitchell Moses limps off with a calf injury against New Zealand.

Opening batsman Zak Crawley has extended his Kent Cricket contract for the second time this year.

Kangaroos winger Tom Trbojevic races away to score a 90-metre intercept try against the Kiwis.

New Zealand star Casey McLean scores the first try of the Rugby League World Cup in freakish fashion.

Chatham heavyweight Moses Itauma has a date set for his return to the ring.