Harry Newman and Joe Burgess Join England Squad for Final Ashes Test
Harry Newman and Joe Burgess have been named in Shaun Wane’s 19-man squad for the third and final rugby league Ashes Test against Australia at Headingley on Saturday.
Newman’s selection brings the total number of Leeds players in the team to three, joining Kallum Watkins and Mikolaj Oledzki, who retained their places following last week’s loss at Everton.
- Newman replaces Wigan centre Wardle.
- Joe Burgess, Hull KR winger, replaces Dom Young, sidelined with a broken foot sustained at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
England's Focus Despite Series Outcome
Although the Headingley Test has become a dead rubber, England coach Shaun Wane is focused on preventing a repeat of the 2003 3-0 whitewash suffered by England, then known as Great Britain.
“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, England head coach
Player Highlights
Joe Burgess has demonstrated strong form throughout the season with Hull KR, while Harry Newman has consistently performed well in the England team, making their inclusion a positive boost for the squad.
This final Test at Headingley offers a chance for England to end the series on a high note despite previous defeats.
Author's summary: England aims for a morale-boosting victory in the Ashes final Test with new inclusions Harry Newman and Joe Burgess adding strength to Shaun Wane's squad at Headingley.