INTERVIEW: Brett Kimmorley - 06 November 2026
Summary
Brett Kamorley joins the show to analyze the Rugby League World Cup semifinals, highlighting the closing gap between Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific nations like Tonga and Samoa. He discusses Australia's need to improve physicality against Samoa and praises the selection of Rhys Walsh and the Munster-Dearden halves. The conversation also covers the women's tournament, where Kamorley predicts the Jilaaroos will comfortably defeat Fiji in their semifinal match.
Topics discussed
Introduction and World Cup weekend preview
Atmosphere, sell-out crowds, and player passion
Closing the gap: Pacific nations vs Australia/NZ
NRL's role in developing Pacific players
State of Origin and player representation
Women's game dominance and future outlook
Australia vs Samoa: Tactical analysis and risks
Tonga's potential and Caelan Ponga's return
Fullback selection: Rhys Walsh vs James Tedesco
Halfback partnership and spine selection
Jillaroos vs Fiji and final match schedule
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