Jocelyn Kelleher makes Jillaroos debut replacing Ali Brigginshaw at five-eighth
Jocelyn Kelleher makes her Jillaroos debut Friday against Samoa in the Women's Rugby League World Cup opener, replacing axed veteran Ali Brigginshaw as five-eighth. The 26-year-old Sydney Roosters star will partner halfback Tarryn Aiken after starring in the NRLW premiership push and State of Origin. Teammate Jess Sergis backed Kelleher to flourish despite the pressure of replacing an established player.
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Published 15 Oct 2026, 04:43 UTC · Updated 15 Oct 2026, 04:51 UTC
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