Wales hit by Australia century in World Cup record

Australia produced the biggest score in Rugby League World Cup history, overwhelming Wales 124-6 at Sydney’s match on the way to a record 60-0 half-time lead. The Jillaroos, chasing a fourth straight title, racked up 21 tries, including six from wing Jaime Chapman and two each for Abbi Church, Jessica Sergis, and others, with Kirsten Southwell adding 20 points via goal. Wales, playing in the tournament for the first time since their Test debut in 2021, celebrated wildly when Paige Travis scored their lone try at 100-0 down. Australia’s 118-point margin is the largest in any women’s World Cup match.