Shaun Wane names squad for Third ABK Beer Rugby League Ashes Test

Shaun Wane Names Squad for Third ABK Beer Rugby League Ashes Test

England Head Coach Shaun Wane has announced his 19-player squad for the final ABK Rugby League Beer Ashes Test. The match takes place at AMT Headingley Stadium on Saturday, 8 November, with kick-off at 2:30 PM.

Key Inclusions and Changes

Joe Burgess, who played a vital role in Hull KR’s treble-winning 2025 season, is named for the first time in the series. This will be his first England appearance since 2015, when he competed during a series victory over New Zealand early in his Wigan career.
Burgess replaces Dom Young, who is out due to a broken foot sustained in last Saturday’s loss to the Kangaroos at Everton.
Leeds centre Harry Newman is also selected and could make his series debut on home ground. His last international match was at AMT Headingley as England won the 2024 series 2-0 against Samoa.

Experienced Players in the Squad

Kallum Watkins of Leeds remains the squad’s most-capped player, having earned his 30th England cap during the previous test, and is expected to make his first appearance at AMT Headingley.
Mikolaj Oledzki, another Leeds prop, keeps his place in the 19-player squad.

Injuries

John Bateman remains out, sidelined after rolling his ankle before the Second Test.

“Joe Burgess, a key figure in Hull KR’s treble-winning 2025 campaign, is set to make his first England appearance since a 2015 series victory over New Zealand,” said the announcement.

Shaun Wane aims to finish the Ashes Series at Headingley on a strong note with a carefully selected squad balancing experience and fresh talent.

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The Home of Rugby League — 2025-11-06