The Australian Jillaroos advanced to their fifth successive Women's Rugby League World Cup final after overcoming a fierce challenge from debutants Fiji at Allianz Stadium in Sydney.
Seeking their fourth consecutive tournament title, the three-time defending champions faced an unexpected early deficit on November 8, 2026. Making their first World Cup appearance, the Fiji Bulikula stunned the powerhouse Australian side in the first half with exceptional defensive intensity and a strong kicking game, building an 8-0 lead orchestrated by five-eighth Luisa Yaranamua.
Despite tiring late in the contest, Fiji continued to fight until the final whistle, adding a late try to cap off a historic campaign. The hard-fought victory leaves the bruised Australian side on track for a showdown against the Kiwi Ferns in Brisbane next Sunday to decide the World Cup trophy.
