Overview
- Australia confirmed a matchday squad featuring first Tests for Reece Walsh, Mark Nawaqanitawase, Gehamat Shibasaki and Keaon Koloamatangi, with the latter named on the bench.
- Walsh was selected at fullback ahead of incumbent Dylan Edwards after his standout NRL finish, joining Cameron Munster and Nathan Cleary in the spine.
- Former Wallaby Nawaqanitawase becomes a dual international after a breakout season with the Sydney Roosters that led to his Kangaroos call-up.
- Officials briefed both camps on a blended rules framework, with referee James Vella clarifying that Super League’s green card and the NRL’s six-again will not apply and that awarded tries are not reviewable.
- England will name their squad on Thursday as former internationals urge an aggressive start, while Australia’s Kevin Walters warns his players against complacency in the Wembley cauldron.