England’s World Cup test against Tonga will show where power really lies in rugby league

England begin their Rugby League World Cup campaign on Saturday with a must-win match against Tonga in Perth. The tournament has already seen notable highlights, including a record-breaking Test crowd in Sydney for the Australia vs New Zealand opener, which the Kangaroos won in a thrilling contest. Samoa also made an impact with a record victory over France, signaling their ambitions as a rising powerhouse in international rugby league.