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Meninga
/ mɪnˈɪŋɡə /
noun
Mal. born 1960, Australian rugby league player: scored 21 tries in 46 internationals (1982–94)
Example Sentences
Now, he gets the chance to lead Australia out as head coach, having replaced former Test team-mate Mal Meninga.
Meninga's departure in June to take up the head coach role with new franchise Perth Bears was a blow in Ashes terms, given his superstar stature and his enthusiasm for international rugby league.
For starters, it suggested that club rugby league had a stronger pull than that of the international game, although it should be pointed out that Meninga had been in post since 2016, had won two World Cups and so needed a different challenge.
Previously, the growth of Origin to an all-conquering giant had an eclipsing effect on the international game, but the enthusiasm of Australia head coach Mal Meninga and the appetite of the players themselves has led to a more focused push for Tests.
The Jillaroos were at their dazzling, skilful best in the final, with Meninga among many watching on in admiration.
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