Laban out of World Cup semi with injury
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Injury has forced Jacob Laban out of the New Zealand Kiwis’ Rugby League World Cup squad ahead of their semifinal against Tonga at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle on Saturday.
The 22-year-old missed training last week and scans since have confirmed a lower leg injury which has ruled him out for the rest of the tournament.
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“It’s really disappointing for Jake and for us after the outstanding year he has had,” said Kiwi head coach Stacey Jones.
Replacing Laban is Newcastle Knights hooker Phoenix Crossland who has played six times for the Kiwis since 2024.
Crossland's last Test was In the 36-14 win over Toa Samoa in the Pacific Championships final in Sydney last year
