Australian success is not guaranteed but who can stop the Rugby League World Cup hosts?

Australian success is not guaranteed but who can stop the Rugby League World Cup hosts?

Australia will host the Rugby League World Cup, but its path to the title faces stronger opposition than in recent editions. Several nations have closed the gap, delivering a more balanced field that promises tighter matches and greater uncertainty. Analysts expect this edition to be among the most competitive in the sport’s history, with multiple teams capable of challenging the hosts.