Australia Edges New Zealand in Epic World Cup Opener

• Dolphins winger Jack Bostock scored a hat-trick of tries in his Australia debut.
• Australia scored 10 tries, with Bostock, Trbojevic, and Walsh contributing.
• New Zealand scored 10 tries, with McLean and Ponga each scoring twice.
• The match took place at the Allianz Stadium in Sydney.
• Australia is considered a favorite for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.