Harry Newman and Joe Burgess Added to England Squad for Final Ashes Test
Harry Newman and Joe Burgess have been included in Shaun Wane’s 19-man squad for the third and final rugby league Ashes Test against Australia at Headingley on Saturday.
Leeds Players Representing at Headingley
Newman’s selection means three Leeds players will have the chance to represent England on their home ground. Alongside Newman, Kallum Watkins and Mikolaj Oledzki retain their positions from last week’s match at Everton.
Injury Replacements and Squad Changes
- Newman replaces Wigan centre Wardle.
- Hull KR winger Joe Burgess is called up to replace Dom Young, who suffered a broken foot during the defeat at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
England’s Aim Despite Series Status
Although the match at Headingley is effectively a dead rubber, England head coach Shaun Wane is determined to avoid a repeat of the 3-0 whitewash endured by England (then Great Britain) in the 2003 Test series.
“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.”
Summary: Harry Newman and Joe Burgess join England’s squad for the final Ashes Test, aiming to secure a win despite the series outcome already decided.