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2017 Rugby League World Cup

ouryear

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  • Lovodua, Milne named in Bati RLWC squad
    Sat 7th October, 05:00PM
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    St George Illawarra duo Joe Lovodua and Taane Milne on Saturday afternoon have been named in Fiji's 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad.

    Tariq Sims (wrist) was unfortunately ruled out of representing the Bati with his brothers Korbin and Ashton.

    Head of Athletic Performance Nathan Pickworth will discuss the extent of Sims's injury with Dragons TV early next week.

    Lovodua and Milne earlier on Saturday played in a 16-all draw against the Fijian Residents before being named in the Bati's squad.

    Fiji Bati 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad:

    1. Kane Evans - Sydney Roosters
    2. Salesi Faingaa - Parramatta Eels
    3. Jarryd Hayne - Gold Coast Titans
    4. Tui Kamikamica - Melbourne Storm/ SC Falcons
    5. Villiame Kikau - Penrith Panthers
    6. Apisai Koroisau - Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
    7. Joe Lovadua - St George-Illawarra Dragons
    8. Henry Raiwalui - Mounties RLFC
    9. Taane Milne - St George-Illawarra Dragons/ Illawarra RLFC
    10. Sitiveni Moceidreke - South Sydney Rabbitohs/ North Sydney Bears
    11. Marcelo Montoya - Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
    12. Kevin Naiqama (C) - Wests Tigers
    13. Ben Nakubuwai - Gold Coast Titans/ Tweed Heads Seagulls
    14. Mikaele Ravalawa - Canberra Raiders
    15. Junior Roqica - London Broncos
    16. Jacob Saifiti - Newcastle Knights
    17. Ashton Sims - Warrington Wolves
    18. Korbin Sims - Brisbane Broncos
    19. Pio Seci - Nabua Broncos
    20. James Storer - Port Kembla Blacks
    21. Akuila Uate - Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
    22. Eloni Vunakece - Sydney Roosters/ Wyong Roos
    23. Suliasi Vunivalu - Melbourne Storm
    24. Brayden Wiliame - Catalans Dragons
    25. Etuate Bola - Nabua Broncos

    http://www.dragons.com.au/news/2017/10/07/lovodua_milne_named_.html
    Lovodua, Milne named in Bati RLWC squad
    Sat 7th October, 05:00PM
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    St George Illawarra duo Joe Lovodua and Taane Milne on Saturday afternoon have been named in Fiji's 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad.

    Tariq Sims (wrist) was unfortunately ruled out of representing the Bati with his brothers Korbin and Ashton.

    Head of Athletic Performance Nathan Pickworth will discuss the extent of Sims's injury with Dragons TV early next week.

    Lovodua and Milne earlier on Saturday played in a 16-all draw against the Fijian Residents before being named in the Bati's squad.

    Fiji Bati 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad:

    1. Kane Evans - Sydney Roosters
    2. Salesi Faingaa - Parramatta Eels
    3. Jarryd Hayne - Gold Coast Titans
    4. Tui Kamikamica - Melbourne Storm/ SC Falcons
    5. Villiame Kikau - Penrith Panthers
    6. Apisai Koroisau - Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles
    7. Joe Lovadua - St George-Illawarra Dragons
    8. Henry Raiwalui - Mounties RLFC
    9. Taane Milne - St George-Illawarra Dragons/ Illawarra RLFC
    10. Sitiveni Moceidreke - South Sydney Rabbitohs/ North Sydney Bears
    11. Marcelo Montoya - Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
    12. Kevin Naiqama (C) - Wests Tigers
    13. Ben Nakubuwai - Gold Coast Titans/ Tweed Heads Seagulls
    14. Mikaele Ravalawa - Canberra Raiders
    15. Junior Roqica - London Broncos
    16. Jacob Saifiti - Newcastle Knights
    17. Ashton Sims - Warrington Wolves
    18. Korbin Sims - Brisbane Broncos
    19. Pio Seci - Nabua Broncos
Across all the teams it almost seems like almost every player has a gig!
 

getsmarty

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Widdop, Graham named in England RLWC squad
Mon 9th October, 10:00PM
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Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com - 29/10/16 - Rugby League - 2016 Ladbrokes Four Nations - England v New Zealand - The John Smith's Stadium, Huddersfield, England - Gareth Widdop.

St George Illawarra skipper Gareth Widdop and 2018 Dragons recruit James Graham have been named in England's 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad.

Named by England coach Wayne Bennett in the 24-man squad, Widdop and Graham are joined by South Sydney Rabbitohs duo Sam and Tom Burgess as well as Sharks veteran Chris Heighington and Raiders forwards Josh Hodgson and Elliot Whitehead.

Wigan trio John Bateman, Sean O'Loughlin and George Williams and Hull FC prop Scott Taylor will also make the trip to Australia for the RLWC – before they feature against one another in a Super League fixture set for WIN Stadium, Wollongong in early 2018.

England 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad:

· John Bateman (Wigan Warriors)

· Kevin Brown (Warrington Wolves)

· Sam Burgess (South Sydney Rabbitohs)

· Thomas Burgess (South Sydney Rabbitohs)

· Ben Currie (Warrington Wolves)

· Luke Gale (Castleford Tigers)

· James Graham (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs)

· Ryan Hall (Leeds Rhinos)

· Chris Heighington (Cronulla Sharks)

· Chris Hill (Warrington Wolves)

· Josh Hodgson (Canberra Raiders)

· Jonny Lomax (St Helens)

· Jermaine McGillvary (Huddersfield Giants)

· Mike McMeeken (Castleford Tigers)

· Sean O’Loughlin (Wigan Warriors)

· Mark Percival (St Helens)

· Stefan Ratchford (Warrington Wolves)

· James Roby (St Helens)

· Scott Taylor (Hull FC)

· Alex Walmsley (St Helens)

· Kallum Watkins (Leeds Rhinos)

· Elliott Whitehead (Canberra Raiders)

· Gareth Widdop (St George Illawarra Dragons)

· George Williams (Wigan Warriors)

Become a 2018 Red V Member by 31 October, 2017 to be in the running to win one of 20 double passes to a RLWC match.

· 10x double passes to England v Lebanon, Sydney Football Stadium, Saturday, November 4, 2017

· 10x double passes to Australia v Lebanon, Sydney Football Stadium, Saturday, November 11, 2017.

http://www.dragons.com.au/news/2017/10/09/widdop_graham_named_.html
 

getsmarty

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Dragons signing Graham to lead England World Cup charge

Tim Barrow@@TheBarrow

10 Oct 2017, 9:37 a.m.

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Thumbs up: James Graham. Picture: AAP Image/Daniel Munoz

James Graham has already slayed the Dragons to end their NRL finals dream.

Now he’ll wear the cross of St George, intent on bringing down Australia in what will almost certainly be his last shot at winning a World Cup.

Yet to wear the Red V after signing a three-year deal, the former Bulldogs captain is the most experienced member of England’s squad announced on Tuesday.

The 32-year-old will combine with St George Illawarra captain Gareth Widdop and England coach Wayne Bennett, with their opening game against the Kangaroos in Melbourne on October 27.

After missing out on the final four years ago, England are looming as Australia’s biggest threat, after Jason Taumalolo, Manu Ma'u, David Fusita and Sio Siua Taukeiaho declared allegiance to Tonga, instead of New Zealand. England are also motivated by missing out on last year’s four Nations final, won by Australia.

“The competitiveness of Super League and NRL and knowing the goal of playing for your country in a World Cup has made many raise their game and become better athletes,” Bennett said. “The England program has been very active leading into this tournament and having the squad meet up on regular occasions – on and off the field – has put us in a positive place before everyone gets into camp.

“We had to put the disappointment of the Four Nations behind us quickly and the meetings that followed that tournament set out what was required to be successful in the World Cup. Everyone has fully bought into this and we can’t wait to get started.”

Needing to win in the final round to play finals, the Dragons went down 26-20 to Canterbury in Graham’s farewell game. Incoming Dragons playmaker Ben Hunt, forward Tyson Frizell and Cronulla-bound fullback and centre Josh Dugan are part of the Australian squad.

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Gareth Widdop

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England's James Graham sits dejected amongst New Zealand players at the end of their Four Nations semi-final last year. Picture: Dave Howarth / PA via AP

http://www.illawarramercury.com.au/...ham-to-lead-england-world-cup-charge/?cs=3713
 

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Frizell primed for Australia RLWC defence
Wed 11th October, 03:00PM
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St George Illawarra Tyson Frizell has opened up on his selection in Australia's 2017 Rugby League World Cup squad, confirming his injury woes throughout the NRL season won't impact him.

Having represented Wales at the previous RLWC, Frizell also discusses his experience playing in Papua New Guinea for the Prime Minister's XIII recently and the Kangaroos' upcoming tri-nations trial against Fiji and the Kumuls.

http://www.dragons.com.au/news/2017/10/11/frizell_primed_for_a.html
 

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Dragons dozen selected for 2017 RLWC
Fri 13th October, 12:00PM
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Competition - Tonga V Samoa Test Round - N/A Teams – Tonga V Samoa Date – 7th of May 2016 Venue – Pirtek Stadium, Parramatta Photographer – Mark Nolan Description –

12 St George Illawarra players, two Dragons Ambassadors and two 2018 recruits have been selected to represent their respective nations in the upcoming 2017 Rugby League World Cup.

Australia (Tyson Frizell, Josh Dugan and 2018 recruit Ben Hunt)

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New Zealand (Jason Nightingale and Russell Packer)

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England (Gareth Widdop and 2018 recruit James Graham)

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Jillaroos (Kezie Apps and Sam Bremner)

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Papua New Guinea (Nene Macdonald)




Italy (Paul Vaughan)

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Fiji (Joe Lovodua and Taane Milne)

Tonga (Siliva Havili)

Samoa (Leeson Ah Mau and Tim Lafai)


http://www.dragons.com.au/news/2017/10/13/dragons_dozen_select.html
 

Belta

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Good to see a large portion of layers choosing their heritage over cash. Supporting their heritage must be special for their families and makes for a fairer and IMO, regardless of the result, a far more Competitve and interesting competition, and a much truer reflection of the respective nations capabilities than we have ever seen before. Let's hope it sets a precedence and is seen as a turning point in international League. Can't wait!

I think Australia, Tonga, Samoa, NZLD and England are all capable of winning. Fiji won't be easy beats either.
 

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Joe Lovodua (played in the halves for under 20's) named on the bench for Fiji in their opening match against USA on saturday night . Worth tuning in to see how he goes against some big guys.

The match will be shown live on 7mate, by the way

http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sp...e/news-story/428781611a325c052210f9ee4c2c37b4
FIJI V USA AT TOWNSVILLE STADIUM, TOWNSVILLE, 8.40PM (AEDT)
FIJI SQUAD:


1. Kevin Naiqama 2. Suliasi Vunivalu 3. Taane Milne 4. Akuila Uate 5. Marcelo Montoya 6. Jarryd Hayne 7. Henry Raiwalui 8. Ashton Sims 9. Apisai Koroisau 10. Kane Evans 11. Viliame Kikau 12. Korbin Sims 13. Tui Kamikamica 14. Joe Lovodua 15. Jacob Saifiti 16. Eloni Vunakece 17. Petero Benjamin Nakubuwai 18. Brayden Williame 19. James Storer 20. Junior Roqica 21. Pio Seci

Coach: Mick Potter
 
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Dragons feature heavily in RLWC opening week
Wed 25th October, 09:00AM
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The St George Illawarra Dragons will have 11 players and two 2018 recruits feature in the opening week of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.

Dragons duo Josh Dugan and Tyson Frizell have been named at centre and in the back row respectively for Australia's huge clash against England at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium. 2018 recruit Ben Hunt was also named in the Kangaroos' wider 21-man squad.

Australia will come up against Dragons skipper Gareth Widdop and another 2018 recruit in James Graham in Melbourne.

Nene Macdonald was named in the centres for Papua New Guinea to play against Wales in Port Moresby, while Tongan duo Taane Milne and Joe Lovodua will feature for Fiji against the United States of America in Townsville.

Departing Dragons prop Russell Packer was named on the bench for New Zealand for their huge clash against Samoa in Auckland. Toa Samoa will feature Dragons duo Tim Lafai and Leeson Ah Mau at centre and lock respectively.

Two Dragons will also feature in a double-header scheduled for Barlow Park in Cairns, with Paul Vaughan named to start in the front-row for Italy against Ireland and Siliva Havili named at hooker for Tonga in their clash against Scotland.

http://www.dragons.com.au/news/2017/10/25/dragons_feature_heav.html
 

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