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Victor Radley Rules Himself Out of England’s Ashes Squad

The decision follows a Roosters ban linked to the Brandon Smith case.

Rugby League - World Cup - England v France - University of Bolton Stadium, Bolton, Britain - October 22, 2022 England's Victor Radley in action Action Images/Ed Sykes/File Photo
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Rugby League - World Cup - England v France - University of Bolton Stadium, Bolton, Britain - October 22, 2022 England's Victor Radley celebrates scoring their fifth try with teammates Action Images/Ed Sykes/File Photo

Overview

  • England coach Shaun Wane said the team respects Radley’s call after praising his contributions over the past three years.
  • St Helens forward Morgan Knowles is viewed as the likely replacement at loose forward for the three-Test series.
  • Radley recently received a 10-match club suspension without pay and a $30,000 donation penalty for bringing the Roosters into disrepute.
  • He will stay in Australia rather than travel to the UK, with reports saying he plans to remain with his pregnant fiancée.
  • The first Test is set for October 25 at Wembley, with England to name their squad on October 15 and Australia scheduled to announce theirs on October 6.