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Las Vegas rugby extravaganza brings fans big hits, an upset and sudden-death thriller
- Canterbury Bulldogs win 15-14 in sudden-death overtime against St. George Illawarra Dragons at Allegiant Stadium.
- Leeds Rhinos routed Hull Kingston Rovers 58-6, with Maika Sivo scoring four tries.
- Newcastle Knights beat North Queensland Cowboys 28-18, with Kalyn Ponga pivotal in the second half.
- Braiden Burns was sent off for a high hit on Kalyn Ponga late in the game.
- Knights led 12-0 early in the second half before expanding their advantage.
- Rugby League expands to the United States as part of Las Vegas events.
- NRL’s Las Vegas venture aims to grow the league's footprint in the U.S.
- Vegas event highlights entertainment value and potential for future rugby events.
- First game featured English Super League rivals Leeds Rhinos vs Hull Kingston Rovers.
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