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Meninga banks on youth for RLWC repeat

Ben Hunt says Australia's lack of experience is more an opportunity than drawback for the World Cup. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Australia are poised to roll out their most Kangaroos debutants in 15 years, with coach Mal Meninga naming seven new faces for their Rugby League World Cup opener against Fiji.

Meninga confirmed on Tuesday night he would rest grand final players from his opening team, meaning Daly Cherry-Evans will get the first shot as halfback.

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