20 Mar 2013

Meninga signs with Papua New Guinea

10:00 am on 20 March 2013

The Australian rugby league legend Mal Meninga is joining Papua New Guinea's coaching staff in a major boost to their preparations for this year's World Cup.

Meninga's signed a five-year deal to become performance director for the Kumuls, who have been drawn alongside the defending champions the Kiwis, Samoa and France in the 14-team competition, which will be held in Britain and France towards the end of the year.