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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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.
LISTEN ABOVE

D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport. He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan. Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view. His non-stop enthusiasm sees him battle it out with a diverse selection of armchair commentators resulting in a sometimes explosive, but always compelling show weeknights 7pm-8pm on Newstalk ZB.

D'Arcy Waldegrave lives and breathes sport. He loves motorsport and revels in the torment of being a Warriors and Black Caps fan. Whatever the sport, big or small, he’s got a view.

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Greg Peters: New Zealand Rugby League CEO on the Pacific Championships grand final taking place in Australia

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