Shock Kangaroos omission explained as debutants named

Shock Kangaroos omission explained as debutants named

Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga’s changing of the guard has continued,with a veteran axed and six debutants named for Friday’s Pacific Championships opener.

  • byNick Wright

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