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State of Origin is set to be played outside of Australia for the first time in 2027...with reports Game 2 will be hosted at Eden Park

State of Origin is set to be played outside of Australia for the first time in 2027...with reports Game 2 will be hosted at Eden Park

26 October 2025 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

A five million dollar investment from the New Zealand Government was apparently instrumental in securing the major event.

The Kangaroos have romped home in the first Ashes league test in 22 years - beating England 6-6 at Wembley.

Tonga have been rocked on the eve of their Pacific Cup clash against Samoa in Brisbane...after co-captain and former Kiwis powerhouse Jason Taumalolo was ruled out with a knee injury.

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