Roosters duo set to be overlooked for World Cup opener against Kiwis

Key points

• Sydney Roosters players James Tedesco and Sam Walker are widely expected to be left out of Australia's starting lineup for the Rugby League World Cup opener against New Zealand. Coach Kevin Walters is likely to name them on the bench, with Reece Walsh and Mitchell Moses preferred.
• Australian captain Isaah Yeo said the Roosters players were getting an extra week of rest after a busy NRL finals campaign, and that everyone would get an opportunity.
• The teams meet on Thursday night at Allianz Stadium, with kick-off at 8:05pm.