Australia defeats New Zealand in record-breaking Rugby League World Cup opener
Australia defeated New Zealand in the Rugby League World Cup opener Thursday, drawing 3.29 million viewers across Seven and 7plus. The match set records as the biggest opening in tournament history and largest audience since the 2008 final. The broadcast ranked number one in Australia across multiple demographics, showcasing Seven's reach for major sporting events.
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Published 16 Oct 2026, 03:07 UTC · Updated 16 Oct 2026, 03:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: 7 News – Sport. Editorial policy · Corrections
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