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Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 15 July
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including rugby league, rugby, soccer, cricket.

Tauranga netball set for Baypark move, plans for new courts under way
The new facility will include a new building plus 14 asphalt and nine cushioned courts.

What has Club World Cup taught us before 2026 World Cup?
The Club World Cup is seen by many as a dress rehearsal for the 2026 World Cup host - so what have we learned now it's over?

Rebel league eyeing off Papenhuzyen
Ryan Papenhuyzen is reportedly a target of Mike Tindall's rebel rugby union competition.

The changes the All Blacks will make for third test against France
Will the series already won, All Blacks coach Scott Robertson may make mass changes for the test against France in Hamilton.

Live: New Zealand v France - World Rugby U20 Championship semifinal
Follow live coverage of the World Rugby U20 Championship semifinal between New Zealand and France in Viadana, Italy.

'I thought Trump was going to exit stage - but he wanted to stay'
Chelsea's Club World Cup celebrations in New Jersey were shared with an unexpected guest - US President Donald Trump.

'Too far, mate': SBW's hilarious response to Gal
Sonny Bill Williams reacts to Paul Gallen's suggestion of settling their grudge "in our undies".

Phoenix sign Nigerian goal-scorer to replace Kosta Barbarouses
The Phoenix have announced their first new men’s signing ahead of Wrexham’s visit to Wellington.

NRL: Why Tanah Boyd looks primed to succeed as new Warriors halfback
It was only one match – but there was a definite sense that Tanah Boyd fits well.

Tempers flare as England win thrilling test against India at Lord’s
Their five-match series became spiky in the third test as England barely won by 22 runs.

England v India result: England take 2-1 series lead with thrilling Lord’s win
Ravindra Jadeja was left stranded on 61 not out after batting over four hours.

On The Up: Kiwi Olympians embark on 4500km African bike ride for charity
Their journey starts in Uganda and ends in Zimbabwe, crossing five countries.

Gus on Blues: "How much coaching do you need?"
Phil Gould puts the NSW Blues players under the pump after the Origin series loss.

Souths hit with injury blow
Nine's Danny Weidler reveals the latest on Cody Walker's injury.

Hasler likely to leave the Titans
Nine's Danny Weidler provides the latest update on Des Hasler's future.

Gus lifts lid on Mahoney, Sexton speeches
Phil Gould reveals the details behind Reed Mahoney and Toby Sexton's speeches to the club.

Sonny Bill and Gallen: grudge fight is the end of our sporting careers
An All Black great and a Kangaroo legend mark the end of their sporting careers tomorrow in the boxing ring to put a full stop on a simmering dislike, writes Steve Kilgallon in Sydney.

Fifa hailing of Club World Cup 'a fiction' says player union
Players' union Fifpro criticises Fifa's Club World Cup and the world governing body's president, Gianni Infantino.

'A gift to our sport' - Sinner-Alcaraz rivalry takes tennis 'to next level'
Tennis always needs great rivalries - Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are developing one that looks like running for years to come.

Gallen challenges Sonny Bill to fight in a locked room ‘in our undies’
Old rivals trade verbal fisticuffs before long-awaited bout at Qudos Bank Arena on Wednesday.