New Zealand wing Manu Vatuvei is expected to be fit ahead of the Rugby league world cup final against Australia.

Vatuvei is showing good progress but there is more uncertainty on Bulldogs forwards Frank Pritchard and his hamstring injury.

Head Coach Stephen Kearney said the match against England has really helped them towards their preparations for the Rugby League World Cup final.

New Zealand will face Australia in the final at 3.30am this Sunday.

Story by: Rusiate Baleilevuka
Source: Foxsports.com