Rabbitohs Stars Ready to Shine in Pacific Championships and Ashes Series
Five players from the South Sydney Rabbitohs are set to represent their countries in the Pacific Championships and the Ashes Series this weekend. The rugby league matches promise to engage fans worldwide, with games scheduled throughout the weekend.
Key Matches and Players
Keaon Koloamatangi will represent the Australian Kangaroos on Sunday, November 2, against England in the second Test of the 2025 Ashes Series. The match will take place at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool, starting at 1:30 AM AEDT. Koloamatangi made a remarkable debut for Australia, amassing 54 running metres, including 28 post-contact metres, along with 11 tackles during a previous victory over England.
Pacific Championships Highlights
- Alex Johnston will play for Papua New Guinea against Fiji Bati on Saturday, November 1, at 4:00 PM AEDT. The game is set for Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby. Johnston previously stood out with a try, 115 running metres, and two line breaks in a win over the Cook Islands (40-28).
- Tyrell Kalo Kalo will represent Fiji Bati in the same match against Papua New Guinea. Kalo Kalo made a significant impact in Fiji’s last game, contributing off the bench in a 44-24 victory against the Cook Islands.
Tonga XIII in Action
Siliva Havili will take the field for Tonga XIII on Sunday, November 2, against the New Zealand Kiwis at Eden Park in Auckland, kicking off at 4:05 PM AEDT. In a narrow loss to Samoa, Havili recorded 22 tackles in just 38 minutes and will be essential for Tonga’s performance against the Kiwis.
Women’s Rugby Showcase
Seli Mailangi has been named the hooker for Tonga XIII as they face the Papua New Guinea Orchids on Saturday, November 1, at Santos National Football Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 2:00 PM AEDT. In her previous match against the Cook Islands, Mailangi impressed with 27 tackles in 56 minutes.
Where to Watch
Fans can enjoy the Pacific Championships and Ashes Series matches live on Nine, 9Now, Kayo, and Foxtel. This weekend promises to deliver thrilling rugby league action, highlighting the talents of these Rabbitohs stars on an international stage.
