Tries, hip drops and a World Cup for the ages: The year that was for Rugby League in 2026
1From the Nevada desert to an NRL grand final settled by a single point, 2026 never let up. The Sporting News looks back on some of the highlights and lowlights from an unforgettable year in rugby league.
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