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 called up to Shaun Wane’s 19-man squad for the third and final rugby league Ashes Test against Australia, taking place at Headingley on Saturday.

Newman's selection marks the presence of three Leeds players in the team representing their country on home turf. Kallum Watkins and Mikolaj Oledzki retain their positions after last week's defeat at Everton. Newman takes the place of Wigan centre Wardle, while Burgess replaces Dom Young, who is sidelined with a broken foot sustained at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

England’s Determination Despite Series Outcome

Although the final Test at Headingley has become a dead rubber, England’s coach Shaun Wane is focused on avoiding the disappointment of a 3-0 series whitewash, similar to the one experienced by England (then Great Britain) 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.”

Squad Changes and Home Advantage

England aims to finish the series on a high note, showing resilience despite being unable to claim the Ashes trophy this time.

Author's summary: England's rugby league squad updates for the final Ashes Test highlight strategic changes and the team's resolve to secure a winning finish despite series disappointment.

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