The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns trans-Tasman double-header has sold out Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch at Labour weekend.
The Pacific Championships against Australia’s respective sides is the first for the Kiwis in the city since 2019 while the Ferns last played in Christchurch in 1998.
LATEST HEADLINES:
NZRL CEO Greg Peters was pleased to see such huge support for both games.
“We are so grateful for the community’s support and are excited to be bringing rugby league Tests back to the South Island after many years. A packed stadium of rugby league fans is like no other and it will create an electric atmosphere for our teams.
“A massive thanks goes to Venues Ōtautahi and Canterbury Rugby League for their assistance in making these games possible.”
The teams will assemble in Christchurch next week with Kiwis and Kiwi Fern trainings open to the public on Tuesday 22 October from 9am at Ngā Puna Wai.
There will also be a Fan Day which will offer supporters a chance to connect with the Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns, Kangaroos and Jillaroos ahead of game day. Fan Day will begin at 4.30pm on Wednesday 23 October at Wainoni Park, Christchurch.
Tickets are still available for the Kiwis against Tonga match at Mt Smart, Saturday 2 November.