By: Christian Nicolussi
July 7, 2026 — 7:30pm Australia coach Kevin Walters has declared Nathan Cleary will be his No.7 should he remain fit for the World Cup, even


Christian Nicolussi is a journalist at The Sydney Morning Herald. He covers rugby league and has a keen interest in various aspects of competitive sports, including international leagues and major tournaments. Christian's work has been featured in prominent publications such as Stuff, MSN, Brisbane Times, WAtoday, The Age, Waikato Times, and Newswav.
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Christian Nicolussi's predominant focus is on sports, particularly rugby league in Australia, with a strong emphasis on event coverage and announcements. To effectively reach out to Christian, consider providing insights into player transfers, team performance analysis or exclusive access to coaches and players for interviews.
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