Australia beat Fiji to secure World Cup semi-final spot
Defending champions overcome a deficit to win 36-22 and advance with a pool match remaining.
At a glance
- Australia defeated Fiji 36-22 in their second pool match
- The defending champions came from behind to secure victory
- Australia has qualified for the semi-finals with one pool match remaining
Australia's rugby league team came from behind to defeat Fiji 36-22 in their second pool match at the Rugby League World Cup. The victory secures the defending champions' progression to the semi-finals with one pool match still to play.
The result means Australia has already qualified for the knockout stage despite having completed only two of their three pool fixtures.
Why it matters
As defending champions, Australia's progression to the semi-finals is a significant step in their bid to retain the Rugby League World Cup title.
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