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RUGBY LEAGUE

Tonga’s Rugby League Struggles Amidst Governance Turmoil and International Setbacks

In 2019, the Tonga National Rugby League (TNRL) experienced a major setback after its suspension and eventual ousting from the International Rugby League (IRL). This has thrown the rugby league community in Tonga into a state of uncertainty. The path for budding local players hoping to venture into Rugby League now appears ambiguous and undefined. […]

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International Rugby League

The Rising Prevalence of Pacific Players in International Rugby League

As the National Rugby League (NRL) season kicks off, the abundance of Pacific players in the tournament is once again apparent. All NRL teams now have notable players with Pacific nation heritage, to the point where it’s challenging to envision the game without them. However, what’s intriguing is that the players’ sense of pride in

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