Five players recalled to Kiwis squad for Fiji World Cup clash

Tuesday 27 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 27 Oct, 7:56pmNew

In this story Kangaroos, Stacey Jones, Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Maire Martin, Dane Gagai, Naufahu Whyte

New Zealand coach Stacey Jones has named five experienced players to return for Saturday's Rugby League World Cup match against Fiji in Robina. Dane Gagai, Moses Leota, Isaiah Papali’i, Briton Nikora and Naufahu Whyte return to the squad following the Kiwis' recent win over the Cook Islands.

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1. StuffTue 27 Oct, 7:48pm

   Kiwis recall five stars for critical Rugby League World Cup clash with Fiji (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 27 Oct, 7:56pm

   Rugby League World Cup: Kiwis make five changes for pivotal clash with Fiji (opens in new tab)