Shaun Wane Names Squad for Third ABK Beer Rugby League Ashes Test
England Head Coach Shaun Wane is focused on finishing the Ashes Series strongly at Headingley, confirming the squad for the final test on Saturday, 8 November, with a 2:30 pm kickoff at AMT Headingley Stadium.
Squad Announcement and Key Players
A 19-player squad has been named, with Hull KR’s Joe Burgess included for the first time in the series. Burgess, a crucial part of Hull KR’s treble-winning 2025 season, is set to make his first England appearance since 2015, when he played in the series victory over New Zealand early in his career with Wigan.
Burgess is replacing Dom Young, who sustained a broken foot in last Saturday’s match against the Kangaroos at Everton.
Leeds Players in the Squad
- Leeds centre Harry Newman is selected and may play for the first time in the series at his home club ground. His last international game was at AMT Headingley, where England won the 2024 series against Samoa.
- Newman’s teammate, Kallum Watkins, is the most-capped player with 30 England appearances and could make his first appearance at AMT Headingley.
- Prop Mikolaj Oledzki, another Leeds player, maintains his place in the squad.
Injuries and Absences
John Bateman remains out after rolling his ankle before the Second Test.
"Joe Burgess, a key figure in Hull KR’s treble-winning 2025 campaign, is named in the 19 for the first time in the series and is set to make his first England appearance since a 2015 series victory over New Zealand."
"Leeds centre Harry Newman ... His last international appearance came at AMT Headingley as England sealed a 2-0 series win over Samoa in 2024."
Summary: Shaun Wane has finalized a strong 19-player squad for the Ashes finale, reintroducing key players like Joe Burgess and featuring a solid Leeds representation while managing injury absences.