PNG Kumuls Pacific Test Dates/Schedules

The PNG Kumuls are set to compete in the  Pacific Championships, which will be played from October 14 to November 5. The Kumuls are one of six men's teams and seven women's teams that will take part in the tournament, which will be played across two pools.

The men's tournament will begin with two match days in Australia, two in New Zealand, and four in Papua New Guinea. The tournament will culminate in finals in Hamilton, New Zealand, and Port Moresby on November 4-5.

The Kumuls have a proud history in rugby league. They have competed in every Rugby League World Cup since 1985 and in recent years. However, they have never won a major international trophy. The Pacific Championships is a great opportunity for the Kumuls to change that.

PNG Kumuls Set to Compete in Pacific Championships

The Kumuls are expected to be one of the strongest teams in the Pacific Championships. They have some NRL and Queensland Cup stars in their ranks, including Justin Olam and Alex Johnston. The Kumuls will also be boosted by the return of coach Justin Holbrook, who has been appointed on a two-year deal.

Holbrook has a strong track record of success, having led St Helens to the Super League title in 2019. He will be hoping to bring that success to the Kumuls and help them win their first Pacific Championships title.

The Kumuls will be facing tough opposition in the Pacific Championships, but they will be confident of their chances of success. They have a talented squad with a mix of experience and youth. If they can play to their potential, they will be a force to be reckoned with.

Pacific Championships Schedule

Week One – October 14-15

• Australia v Samoa (men) at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville
• Australia v New Zealand (women) at Queensland Country Bank Stadium Townsville
• PNG v Cook Islands (men) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby
• Samoa v Fiji (women) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby

Week Two – October 21-22

• New Zealand v Samoa (men) at Eden Park, Auckland
• New Zealand v Tonga (women) at Eden Park, Auckland
• Fiji v Cook Islands (men) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby
• PNG v Cook Islands (women) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby

Week Three – October 28-29

• Australia v New Zealand (men) at AAMI Park, Melbourne
• Australia v New Zealand (women) at AAMI Park, Melbourne
• PNG v Fiji (men) at Santos Stadium, Port Moresby

Week Four – November 4-5

TBC.

PNG Kumuls Pacific Test

The Pacific Championships will be a special tournament for the PNG Kumuls. The Kumuls will be hoping to make the most of their home advantage and win their first Pacific Championships title.

The Kumuls have a proud history in rugby league. They have competed in every Rugby League World Cup since 1985. However, they have never won a major international trophy in recent years. The Pacific Championships is a great opportunity for the Kumuls to change that.

A victory in the Pacific Championships would be a huge achievement for the Kumuls. It would put them on the map as one of the leading rugby league nations in the world. It would also inspire a new generation of Papuan rugby league players.

The Kumuls have a lot to play for in the Pacific Championships. They have a talented squad and a home advantage. If they can play to their potential, they have a good chance of making history.