How rugby league unites a World Cup nation of 800 languages

World Cup co-hosts Papua New Guinea's love of rugby league manifests itself in the Kumuls and the Orchids national teams, two badges of hope and unity for the island.

Published on RocksNews: 15 Oct 2026, 06:21 UTC
Updated: 15 Oct 2026, 07:23 UTC
Language: English

The World Cup co-hosts where rugby league is a national obsession — Image credit: BBC Sport

World Cup co-hosts Papua New Guinea's love of rugby league manifests itself in the Kumuls and the Orchids national teams, two badges of hope and unity for the island.