Australia reach World Cup final after Fiji scare
Australia have reached their fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final as they seek a fourth consecutive title - but they were made to work harder than anyone expected.
Australia has reached its fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final as the Jillaroos seek a fourth consecutive title. According to BBC Sport, the team had to work harder than expected to secure their place.
The Jillaroos faced Fiji, who were first-time semifinalists, in the semifinals. ABC News AU noted that New Zealand, the world number two, has reached every previous final but is not participating in this edition. Tiana Penitani-Gray returned to the Jillaroos' back row for the match after missing a previous win over Wales due to a foot injury.
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- Australia reach World Cup final after Fiji scare sports.yahoo.com
- Jillaroos avoid all-time upset to progress to World Cup final abc.net.au
