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Tonga beat England 30-12 at Rugby League World Cup

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 17, 5:19 AM ET

Tonga's men opened their World Cup with a first-ever win over England, leaving England on the brink of elimination. Australia lost half-back Mitchell Moses for the tournament to a calf injury.

Why it matters

The win shows the rise of Pacific island nations in international rugby league.

Background

Tonga has become a rugby league force thanks to players with heritage ties competing in Australia and New Zealand. England has historically been one of the sport's top three nations.

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