hey there sit back and enjoy this wonderful script of Papua New Guinea rugby league history league holds a special place in the heart of Papu and New Guinea where it has become a symbol of national pride and unity the sport was introduced in the early 20th century with the first recorded match taking place in 1946 since then it has grown rapidly in popularity Across the Nation in 1975 Papua New Guinea officially joined the rugby league International scene competing in the Pacific Cup this marked a significant Milestone showcasing the country's talent and passion for the game over the decades Papua New Guinea has produced numerous skilled players many of whom have made their Mark in the NRL Australia's top rugby league competition the Papua New Guinea national team known as the cumal made their World Cup debut in 1986 Paving the way for future generations of players Their Fear spirit and determination have earned them respect on the global stage and the Cals continue to inspire young athletes throughout the country today rugby league is more than just a game in Papua New Guinea it is a cultural phenomenon that brings communities together from local leagues to International competitions the passion for rugby league thrives making it a Cornerstone of Papua New Gan identity thank you for watching this brief history of Papua New Guinea rugby league don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more exciting content