New Zealand Dominates Fiji 78-0 in Rugby League World Cup Quarter-Finals

New Zealand achieved a commanding 78-0 victory against Fiji in the Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals, securing their spot in the semi-finals.

The Kiwis quickly established dominance, leading 24-0 within the first 13 minutes with four converted tries. Fiji struggled to respond, conceding eight tries in the first half and five more in the second half, during which both Brandon Wakeham and Ronaldo Mulitalo were sent off.

Casey McLean was a standout player, scoring four tries, while Keano Kini added two. Other players who scored included Jahrome Hughes, Dane Gagai, James Fisher-Harris, Mulitalo, Xavier Willison, Briton Nikora, and Erin Clark. Fiji's captain Apisai Koroisau suffered a suspected broken jaw early in the match, and star full-back Kalyn Ponga of New Zealand may return for the semi-finals after recovering from an injury.