# Australia clinch thrilling World Cup opener against New Zealand

- Published: 2026-10-15T17:00:06Z
- Updated: 2026-10-16T04:50:05Z
- Section: Breaking
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/videos/cmn4eqpvw1ppo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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Australia beat New Zealand 24-22 in a dramatic Rugby League World Cup opener in Sydney, with debutant Jack Bostock scoring a hat-trick to see the hosts snatch victory late on.  

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