England stunned by Tonga in World Cup opener
England 's men fall to defeat in their Rugby League World Cup opener as Tonga take their chances in Perth.
BBC Sport reports: England 's men fall to defeat in their Rugby League World Cup opener as Tonga take their chances in Perth.
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