Australia have named a powerful 19-man squad for their Rugby League World Cup 2026 semi-final against Samoa, with several of the game's leading stars included in the team.
The Kangaroos will take on Toa Samoa at Allianz Stadium in Sydney on Sunday, with kick-off scheduled for 8:05pm AEDT. Reece Walsh, Cameron Munster, Tom Dearden and Harry Grant headline an experienced starting line-up as Australia prepares for a place in the tournament final.
Walsh has been named at fullback, with Jack Bostock and Tom Trbojevic occupying the wing positions. Kotoni Staggs and Bradman Best will form the centre pairing.
Munster and Dearden have been selected in the halves, while Patrick Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will lead the forward pack alongside Jacob Preston, Liam Martin and captain Isaah Yeo.
Harry Grant has been named at hooker.
The interchange bench features Ethan Strange, Keaon Koloamatangi, Cameron Murray and Reuben Cotter, while Latrell Mitchell and James Tedesco have also been included in the extended squad.
Lindsay Smith, Sam Walker and Blayke Brailey have been named as reserves.
The semi-final presents a major challenge for Australia, with Samoa looking to upset the defending powerhouse and secure a place in the RLWC26 final.
RLWC26 SEMI-FINAL
Australia Kangaroos v Toa Samoa
Sunday, 8:05pm AEDT
Allianz Stadium, Sydney