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Kiwis reap rewards of gamble on 'freak of nature' Ponga

Source: BBC News Published Sat, 07 Nov 2026 13:43:08 GMT
Kiwis reap rewards of gamble on 'freak of nature' Ponga

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Key context: Kalyn Ponga's return to Rugby League World Cup action, just 23 days after breaking his arm, was a risk. But New Zealand head coach Stacey Jones felt it was a risk worth taking - and was proved right. This development from BBC News highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Kalyn Ponga's return to Rugby League World Cup action, just 23 days after breaking his arm, was a risk. But New Zealand head coach Stacey Jones felt it was a risk worth taking - and was proved right.

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