The Kiwis v Tonga matchup on Sunday afternoon illustrated to fans of rugby league that the international stage is very much alive and well.

The match had 38,000 fans flocking to Eden Park to watch, making it the third most attended international rugby league match in history in New Zealand.

New Zealand Rugby League CEO Greg Peters caught up with D'Arcy to discuss the final - and reveal why this year's final is taking place in Australia.

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