Australia’s Kangaroos have reached the Rugby League World Cup semi-finals after a come-from-behind 36-22 win over Fiji Bati in Brisbane on Sunday, October 25, 2026, in front of 41,108 fans.
The match swung through four lead changes. Fiji led after tries from Semi Valemei in the 17th minute and again early in the second half, plus a try from Taane Milne. The Kangaroos turned it around when captain James Tedesco’s dummy-half run set up Sam Walker, who scored before half-time for a 12-10 lead.
Tedesco delivered a masterclass in his first international match since 2023, finishing with 146 running metres, five tackle busts, three line-break assists and four try assists. Tom Trbojevic crossed for Australia and Semi Valemei completed a hat-trick for Fiji, while Sam Walker capped his debut with a try and 12 points with the boot.
The Kangaroos and Jillaroos are both confirmed for the semi-final double-header at Allianz Stadium on Sunday, November 8: the Jillaroos at 5.45 p.m. AEDT and the Kangaroos at 8.05 p.m. AEDT, broadcast live in Australia on Seven and 7plus.
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