LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a stunning display of dominance, the Jillaroos have kicked off the Pacific Championships with a bang, annihilating the PNG Orchids in a jaw-dropping 84-0 victory that will go down in history.
It was a try-fest for star wingers Julia Robinson and Jakaiya Whitfield, who put on a dazzling show by scoring six and five tries respectively, with Robinson breaking records left, right, and center for the Jillaroos.
Robinson was an unstoppable force on the field, racking up an impressive stats sheet with a try assist, seven linebreaks, 16 tackle busts, and a whopping 225 running meters.
Whitfield also showcased her skills with six linebreaks, eight tackle busts, and 181 meters gained.
The duo's stellar performance left the PNG defense reeling and unable to contain the relentless onslaught.
Despite a shaky start, the Jillaroos found their rhythm when Tamika Upton crossed the try line in the seventh minute, sparking a flurry of tries that would see the floodgates burst wide open.
Alongside Robinson and Whitfield's standout performances, Upton and Isabelle Kelly each notched up a brace of tries, while Jess Sergis and Tiana Penitani added to the scoreboard with one try apiece.
This remarkable victory has set the tone for the rest of the Pacific Championships, sending a clear message to their competitors that the Jillaroos mean business.
With their impressive display of skill, speed, and teamwork, the Jillaroos have firmly cemented their status as a force to be reckoned with in women's rugby league.