England Rugby League

England have named Harry Smith alongside captain George Williams for the half‑back positions in their Rugby League World Cup opener against Tonga, leaving Hull KR’s Mikey Lewis out of the matchday squad. Lewis will travel as a non‑playing reserve along with Ben Currie and Ben Talty. The match takes place in Perth on Saturday.

England Rugby League coach Brian McDermott has announced his first 38-man performance squad for the World Cup, including the return of Jake Connor. The squad features 10 uncapped players and will compete in the World Cup in Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea this October and November.