Rugby League World Cup 2026: Week Two Highlights and Week Three Broadcast Schedule

The Rugby League World Cup 2026 continues to impress as Australia’s men's team and the Jillaroos deliver outstanding performances in week two. The results set the stage for an exciting week three, which will be covered extensively by Channel 7 and 7plus.

Men’s Rugby Results

The men's competition kicked off with Tonga dominating Lebanon, clinching a commanding 36-0 victory. Jojo Fifita made a notable impact by scoring two tries after the half-time interval. Samoa further showcased their prowess with a staggering 64-4 win over Papua New Guinea, highlighting Spencer Leniu’s exceptional form.

England delivered a crushing blow to France with an impressive score of 82-0, marked by Herbie Farnworth’s hat-trick. This victory extends England's dominance over France, earning them their 24th consecutive win in Tests against this opponent.

New Zealand also had a successful outing, outscoring the Cook Islands 82-16, with Jamayne Isaako leading the charge by racking up 38 points—setting a new record for a New Zealand player in a Test match. The Kangaroos secured their semi-final spot with a 36-22 win over Fiji, although player Tom Trbojevic noted there is still room for improvement ahead of the knockout stage.

Women’s Rugby Results

The Jillaroos showcased an exceptional display of skill against England, winning 78-0 at HBF Park in Perth. With a total of 15 tries throughout the match, Jocelyn Kelleher was particularly impressive, scoring twice and successfully converting nine kicks, leading to 26 total points. This commanding performance confirms their top-two finish in Pool A, as noted by Channel 7 commentator Andrew Voss.

In other women's matches, New Zealand dominated France with an overwhelming 92-0 scoreline at One NZ Stadium, where Apii Nicholls scored four tries. Samoa also made headlines by defeating Wales 76-0, with debutant Tyra Ekepati scoring a hat-trick, supported by Pauline Piliae-Rasabale who achieved a record ten successful goals. Fiji rounded out the week two results by beating Papua New Guinea 40-4 in Port Moresby.

Week Three Broadcast Details

As week three approaches, fans can look forward to an action-packed schedule on Channel 7 and 7plus. The wheelchair matches will kick off on Friday, October 30, starting in Wollongong. Followed by the highly anticipated clash between England and Samoa in the women's segment, as well as England facing Papua New Guinea in the men’s draw.

On Saturday, viewers can tune in for wheelchair rugby league featuring Australia against New Zealand, along with the men’s matches including New Zealand versus Fiji and Australia facing the Cook Islands later that night. The Jillaroos will take on Wales on Sunday, with Tonga battling Samoa in another thrilling match.

For local viewing times, here is a breakdown:

• Australia vs Cook Islands:
• Sydney and Melbourne: 7:30 PM (Channel 7)
• Brisbane: 6:30 PM (7mate, switching to Channel 7 at 7:00 PM)
• Adelaide: 7:00 PM (Channel 7)
• Perth: 4:30 PM (Channel 7)
• Jillaroos vs Wales:
• Sydney and Melbourne: 3:00 PM (Channel 7)
• Brisbane: 2:00 PM
• Adelaide: 2:30 PM
• Perth: 12:00 PM

Ensure to check local listings for complete coverage details in various regions. Live streams of matches will also be available on 7plus.

Channel 7 Coverage Team

The broadcast will continue to feature familiar faces including Mel McLaughlin, Matt White, and Matt Shirvington. Commentary teams will include Andrew Voss, Trent Robinson, and Brad Grove for various matches throughout the weekend. Fans can expect insightful coverage as these teams battle it out in pursuit of the coveted title.