The Pacific Championships are almost upon us, giving rugby league fans a taste of international rugby league. Australia, New Zealand and Samoa will compete in the Cup competition, with Fiji, Cook Islands and Papua New Guinea do battle for the Bowl.
Each of the smaller nations is yet to announce their squads as they scramble for funds and to confirm their star players after another tough NRL season.
Meanwhile, Tonga is taking on England in a three-Test series.
