Joe Burgess Set to End Decade-Long England Wait After Squad Changes
England have announced their 19-man squad for the third and final Ashes Test against Australia at Headingley this Saturday, featuring two changes from the lineup that lost 14-4 in the second Test.
Squad Announcement and Adjustments
Head coach Shaun Wane confirmed that the team will face Australia at a sold-out Headingley. England, having suffered defeats of 26-6 and 14-4 in the first two Tests at Wembley and Hill Dickinson Stadium, trail 2-0 in the series and will be playing for pride, aiming to avoid a 3-0 whitewash on home soil.
Opposition’s Strategy
Despite earlier suggestions from head coach Kevin Walters that some players might be rested, Australia have decided to field a full-strength side for the final Test, determined to secure a clean sweep.
New Faces in England’s Squad
The two changes see Hull KR winger Joe Burgess and Leeds Rhinos centre Harry Newman added to the lineup. If both players take part, every member of England’s 24-man autumn squad will have played at least one of the three Ashes Tests.
- Joe Burgess replaces winger Dom Young.
- Harry Newman steps in for centre Jake Wardle.
“If both take to the pitch, which seems likely, every member of England’s 24-man squad will have featured in at least one Test.”
Summary
England’s reshuffled squad faces a tough challenge in Leeds, with hopes pinned on ending the series on a high note after two defeats.
Author’s summary: England’s final Ashes Test sees two fresh selections as the team aims to salvage pride and prevent a clean sweep by Australia at Headingley.