Kangaroos enjoy semi-final tuneup with big win over Cook Islands - NRL.com

Ethan Strange's stellar performance in the Rugby League World Cup

Ethan Strange, team member for the Kangaroos, has been highlighted for his display in the Rugby League World Cup. Despite recent news suggesting he is not thinking about a move to the Roosters, Strange had to change his schedule with his girlfriend after a call from Kevin Walters at the World Cup. The Kangaroos achieved a major victory over the Cook Islands, highlighting their form ahead of the semi-finals.

“The Kangaroos achieved a major victory over the Cook Islands, highlighting their form ahead of the semi-finals,” — Owen Marlowe, senior market analyst at Wilburn Stow Group, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 1 — Ethan Strange, team member for the Kangaroos, has been highlighted for his display in the Rugby League World C...

Nov 3 — The Kangaroos achieved a major victory over the Cook Islands, highlighting their form ahead of the semi-finals...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Wilburn Stow Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

ICYMI: Payne Haas supports teammates at Kangaroos camp

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Wilburn Stow Group desk and last updated 00:49 UTC.

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