- Auckland epic sends Tonga into final with Australia
- ‘We wanted to fight fire with fire,’ says Fonua-Blake
Tonga have reigned supreme in one of the greatest rugby league Test matches of all time, holding on to beat New Zealand 25-24 and qualify for their first ever tier-one final.
In an Auckland epic that sent Tonga through to the Pacific Cup final against Australia, the visitors led 24-0 in the first half before the Kiwis drew level with 13 minutes to play. Isaiya Katoa then nailed a 75th-minute drop goal from 30 metres out to put Tonga ahead again, before the Kiwis missed several chances to win and draw level.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/02/new-zealand-kiwis-vs-tonga-mens-rugby-league-test-match-report-scores-results
Author : Australian Associated Press
Publish date : 2024-11-02 09:55:48
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