Rugby League World Cup | Group Stage
Oct 26, 2013 at 2.30pm UK
28-20
Reaction
England 'decide against appealing Sam Burgess ban'
England reportedly decide against appealing the one-match ban handed to Sam Burgess following their World Cup opening defeat to Australia.
Oct 29, 11:39
Sam Burgess receives one-game ban
England front-rower Sam Burgess is dealt a one-game World Cup suspension for a high tackle that he committed against Australia.
Oct 28, 15:21
England start "rocked" Tim Sheens's Australia
Australia boss Tim Sheens admits that his side were caught by surprise by England's strong start during Saturday's World Cup opener in Cardiff.
Oct 26, 21:53
Steve McNamara: "We are frustrated"
England boss Steve McNamara expresses his frustration after watching his side throw away a 10-0 lead in Saturday's 28-20 defeat to Australia.
Oct 26, 21:27
The Match
Match Report
England lose 28-20 to Australia in their opening match at the Rugby League World Cup.
Form Guide
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