The series included the World Club Challenge, a one-off match between the champions of the Super League and NRL.

[1] The three National Rugby League teams were announced as the champion North Queensland Cowboys, the Brisbane Broncos, who were defeated in the grand final, and the minor premier Sydney Roosters.

[2] The match celebrated the 40th anniversary of the inaugural World Club Challenge, which involved both teams.

[1] Game 2 was a repeat of last years fixture where Brisbane Broncos won 14-12 in golden point extra time.

They beat the Brisbane Broncos in extra time of a dramatic Grand Final to qualify for their first World Club Challenge.