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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

Kalyn Ponga to undergo surgery after breaking arm in Rugby League World Cup opener

Kalyn Ponga suffered a broken arm against Australia - (Getty)

New Zealand full-back Kalyn Ponga could miss the rest of the Rugby League World Cup after breaking his arm in his side’s defeat to Australia.

Ponga scored a spectacular try in the tournament opener in Sydney but was later forced off in real discomfort having managed significant pain through much of the second half.

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