RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report : Sat Nov 11, 2017 6:15 am  

RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report The much anticipated clash between New Zealand and Tonga would determine which side would finish atop Group B. Both sides had been impressive in their opening two group fixtures registering two big wins each and scoring seemingly at will.   The venue was a packed Waikato Stadium in Hamilton and the atmosphere was raised several notches as the two sides presented their cultural exchange, a little too close to one another in their shows of strength.   The stage was set for a belter with the bookies suggesting a New Zealand win, as Tonga were without the services of the free scoring Michael Johnson. The winners would likely have a quarter final game against Lebanon with the losers facing Fiji. READ MORE ON THIS STORY...

RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report The much anticipated clash between New Zealand and Tonga would determine which side would finish atop Group B. Both sides had been impressive in their opening two group fixtures registering two big wins each and scoring seemingly at will.   The venue was a packed Waikato Stadium in Hamilton and the atmosphere was raised several notches as the two sides presented their cultural exchange, a little too close to one another in their shows of strength.   The stage was set for a belter with the bookies suggesting a New Zealand win, as Tonga were without the services of the free scoring Michael Johnson. The winners would likely have a quarter final game against Lebanon with the losers facing Fiji. READ MORE ON THIS STORY...

Re: RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report : Sat Nov 11, 2017 9:01 am  

Absolutely amazing game and amazing performance from Tonga. Passion, commitment, courage and total, total pride in the jersey and representing their country. Exactly what Rugby League should be all about. Danny Brough could learn from it!!

Re: RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report : Sat Nov 11, 2017 2:12 pm  

Kevs Head wrote:

Absolutely amazing game and amazing performance from Tonga. Passion, commitment, courage and total, total pride in the jersey and representing their country. Exactly what Rugby League should be all about. Danny Brough could learn from it!!

He could learn from Scotland's effort as well
The would very likely have beaten Samoa today with him in the side and progressed through to the QF.
He must feel so proud.

Re: RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report : Sat Nov 11, 2017 4:52 pm  

Just watched it.Wow, what a game, the best so far. Such commitment, intensity and passion for the full 80 from both sides

Re: RLWC2017 - New Zealand v. Tonga Report : Sat Nov 11, 2017 10:39 pm  

Fantastic game
Agree prob the best game of the tournament so far
The tongans really deserved the win