Samoa rugby league faces roster change ahead of World Cup semi-final

Samoa's rugby league squad faces a significant lineup change ahead of their upcoming World Cup semi-final against Australia. Chanel Harris-Tavita sustained a left hamstring injury during Samoa's 20-18 loss to Tonga at CommBank Stadium, likely ending his participation in the tournament.

Coach Ben Gardiner has expressed confidence in Ronald Volkman to fill the role. The 24-year-old Eels playmaker replaced Harris-Tavita during the match against Tonga, where he scored a try and helped Samoa briefly take the lead. Following the narrow defeat, Samoa is scheduled to face the Kangaroos next Sunday.