The countdown is on to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. 

The Kiwis have assembled a star-studded squad with the hopes of bringing the trophy back to New Zealand for the first time since 2008, with names like Kalyn Ponga and Jahrome Hughes on the list. 

It'll be a major undertaking, with Australia, England, Tonga and Samoa all boasting the firepower to go deep into the tournament. 

Head Coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss whether the team has what it takes to claim rugby league's ultimate prize. 

LISTEN ABOVE 

The countdown is on to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.&nbsp;
The Kiwis have assembled a star-studded squad with the hopes of bringing the trophy back to New Zealand for the first time since 2008, with names like Kalyn Ponga and Jahrome Hughes on the list.&nbsp;
It'll be a major undertaking, with Australia, England, Tonga and Samoa all boasting the firepower to go deep into the tournament.&nbsp;
Head Coach Stacey Jones joined Piney to discuss whether the team has what it takes to claim rugby league's ultimate prize.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Stacey Jones: Kiwis Coach on the line up for the Rugby League World Cup, preparations

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