Harry Newman and Joe Burgess included in England squad for final Ashes Test

Harry Newman and Joe Burgess Join England Squad for Final Ashes Test

Harry Newman and Joe Burgess have been added to Shaun Wane’s 19-man squad for Saturday’s third and final rugby league Ashes Test against Australia at Headingley.

Leeds Representation at Headingley

Newman’s inclusion means three Leeds players could represent their country on home ground, alongside Kallum Watkins and Mikolaj Oledzki, who retained their spots following last week’s loss at Everton.

Squad Changes Due to Injury

England’s Determination Despite Series Outcome

Although the Headingley match is effectively a dead rubber, England head coach Shaun Wane is focused on avoiding the 3-0 whitewash England suffered in 2003.

“Of course we are disappointed not to be going into this final game with the opportunity to win the Ashes, but the goal now is to come away from the series with a victory. We did a lot of good things last week but ultimately, we need to be even better if we want to get a win this weekend. It will be great to see Joe Burgess and Harry Newman in action this weekend. Joe has had a great season with Hull KR and Harry has been a consistent performer for me in an England jersey.” — Shaun Wane

Wane expresses optimism about Burgess and Newman’s impact, highlighting their strong performances this season.

Author’s summary: England added Harry Newman and Joe Burgess to the squad for the final Ashes Test, aiming to secure a victory despite the series already being decided.

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