Kalyn Ponga set for surgery after arm break
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Kiwis backline star Kalyn Ponga has been booked in for surgery after breaking the radius in his left arm in the Kiwis’ 22-24 loss to the Kangaroos in the opening match of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup in Sydney.
The 28-year-old fullback remained on the field until the 70th minute after suffering the break earlier in the second half.
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“We wish Kalyn all the best with his surgery today,” said team doctor Greg Macleod.
“We’ll see how that goes but for now he will remain in camp.”
Ponga marked an outstanding Test debut for New Zealand scoring two tries, running 253 metres from 16 runs, making three line breaks and five tackle breaks
