Smith: Opening win is important
Australia captain Cameron Smith has stressed the importance of beating England in Friday's World Cup opener.
Rugby League World Cup guide
We've got all you need to know ahead of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, including fixtures, TV details, odds and confirmed squads.
England start with 13-try romp
England - 7/1 with Sky Bet to win the World Cup - thrash Combined Affiliated States 74-12 in their opening warm-up match in Perth.
Thompson in 'surprise' Leigh move
Leigh have made another high-profile signing from the NRL, much to the surprise of owner Derek Beaumont.
Leuluai takes up Warrington role
Kylie Leuluai has ended a 10-year association with Leeds to become Warrington's head of rugby operations.
Clark makes Castleford switch
Castleford have signed Hull KR prop Mitch Clark on a two-year deal as Daryl Powell continues to shape their squad for the 2018 season.
Huddersfield's Ellis rejoins Cas
Castleford have re-signed half-back Jamie Ellis from Huddersfield on a three-year deal.
Anderson signs new Dragons deal
Catalans Dragons' former New Zealand international Louis Anderson has signed a new contract for 2018.
Magic Weekend meet for Leeds and Cas
Leeds and Castleford will meet for a Grand Final re-match at Super League's Magic Weekend which will be held in Newcastle for a fourth successive year in 2018.
