New Zealand has ended Australia's 33-year hold on the Rugby League World Cup trophy.
Kiwis shock Kangaroos for maiden Cup
By Chris Paine
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New Zealand staged the biggest upset in World Cup history, shocking defending champions Australia 34-20 in the grand final for its maiden tournament triumph at Lang Park in Brisbane on Saturday evening.
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