Two players sent off as New Zealand Kiwis thrash Fiji Bati in Rugby League World Cup
New Zealand defeated Fiji 78-0 in a Rugby League World Cup match that saw two players sent off for violent conduct. The win secures New Zealand's place in the semifinals.
Why it matters
The match outcome significantly impacts the tournament bracket and highlights disciplinary issues in international rugby.
Brandon Wakeham of Fiji reacts after Ronaldo Mulitalo of New Zealand tackled Ronald Philitoga. ( Getty Images: Chris Hyde )
New Zealand's Ronaldo Mulitalo was sent off for a nasty high tackle, followed by Fiji's Brandon Wakeham for punching Mulitalo in the head.
New Zealand sealed its spot in the semifinal by defeating Fiji 78-0.
Australia will face the Cook Islands tonight in the final match of Pool A, needing a win to top the pool.
Link copied Share Share article New Zealand has marched itself into the semifinals of the Rugby League World Cup with a 78-0 thrashing of Fiji, with two players being sent off from the fiery clash on the Gold Coast.
New Zealand was ruthless from the opening whistle, scoring 13 tries in a one-sided contest.
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