Tonga vs Papua New Guinea– Group Stage – Preview & Prediction | 2022 Rugby League World Cup
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THE FACTS
When is Tonga vs Papua New Guinea on and what time does it start? Tonga vs Papua New Guinea will take place on Tuesday 18th October, 2022 – 19:30 (UK)
Where is Tonga vs Papua New Guinea taking place? Tonga vs Papua New Guinea will take place at Totally Wicked Stadium in St. Helens, England
Where can I get tickets for Tonga vs Papua New Guinea? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Tonga vs Lebanon
What channel is Tonga vs Papua New Guinea on in the UK? Tonga vs Papua New Guinea will be televised live on BBC in the UK
Where can I stream Tonga vs Papua New Guinea in the UK? Tonga vs Papua New Guinea can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer in the UK
THE TEAM NEWS
TONGA
19-man squad: 2 Daniel Tupou, 3 Siosifa Talakai, 4 Will Penisini, 5 Sione Katoa, 6 Talatau Amone, 7 Tui Lolohea, 8 Addin Fonua-Blake, 10 Siosiua Taukeiaho, 11 Felise Kaufusi, 12 Keaon Koloamatangi, 14 Soni Luke, 15 Haumole Olakau’atu, 16 Tevita Tatola, 17 Moeaki Fotuaika, 18 David Fifita, 19 Moses Suli, 20 Tolutau Koula, 21 Ben Murdoch-Masila, 24 Isaiya Katoa
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
19-man squad: 1 Alex Johnston, 3 Nene MacDonald, 4 Justin Olam, 5 Xavier Coates, 6 Kyle Laybutt, 7 Lachlan Lam, 8 Wellington Albert, 9 Edwin Ipape, 10 Slyvester Namo, 11 Nixon Putt, 12 Rhyse Martin, 13 Jacob Alick, 15 Dan Russell, 16 MacKenzie Yei, 17 Emmanual Waine, 18 Kevin Appo, 20 Rodrick Tai, 21 Sherwin Tanabi, 23 Watson Boas
THE PREDICTION
Tonga made a big statement at the 2017 Rugby League World Cup and came excruciatingly close to earning a shock spot in the final but they could not find the line with the final play of the game as England edged the victory. Since then, they have defeated Australia, New Zealand and Great Britain to confirm their status as a serious nation and they have the talent to go all the way in this year’s tournament. They get their campaign underway against what will be a passionate Papua New Guinea outfit and while the Kumuls will be extremely game, they may find it tough going against the classier side. PNG boast some real talent in the outside backs but may find it hard to compete in the pack and the Tongans are expected to win this by 13+ points.
