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Live: Jillaroos begins World Cup defence with 40-0 win over Samoa

ABC News Australia - Top Stories · 16 October 2026 at 6:33 pm

The all-conquering Jillaroos begin their women's Rugby League World Cup campaign against Samoa.

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