It's a curtain-raiser for the ABK Beer Ashes Series as England Masters face Ireland Masters and the newly-formed Scotland Masters in the capital on Saturday 25 October!
The England Masters Rugby League team will play against Ireland Masters & Scotland Masters in the 2025 International Festival with the fixtures set to take place at White Hart Lane (London Skolars) on Saturday 25th October at 11am-12:30pm.
This match will serve as the curtain raiser for the upcoming ABK Beer Ashes Test Series, with players and fans heading to Wembley Stadium afterwards to watch the first test match between England and Australia. Youth Rugby League will take place as a curtain raiser for the Masters International Festival, Brixton Bulls Under 12s vs Keighley Albion Under 12’s will kick off at 10am.
In 2025 there are 18 players confirmed in the squad, continuing the momentum behind the growth of International Masters Rugby League. Simon Robinshaw joins Adie Smith in a supporting role, bringing additional experience from an administrative and project co-ordination perspective. His involvement will allow the coaching team to focus on delivering a memorable experience for all involved.
The 2025 England Masters Lionhearts squad includes:
Darren Breakwell – Huddersfield
William Burns – Arlecdon Rams
Graham Calvert – Chester Gladiators
Adrian Cussell – Aldershot & Fleet
Martyn Garmston – Hull Warriors
Adrian Gee – Swindon St George
Karl Grounds - Haresfinch
Kev Lonsdale – Rylands
Dan Molyneux – Leyland Warriors
Rob Oaten – Hull
Paul Parkin – Cottingham Tigers
Jonny Shanks – Carlisle
Shane Southgate – Doncaster Toll Bar
Andrew Starkey – York
Peter Stokes – Solent Spitfires
Jason Waterworth – Cadishead Rhinos
John Watson – Southlands
Tim Wilkes – Barrow
Congratulations to all clubs and players on their selection!
Further updates on training camp preparations, player introductions and match details will be shared in the lead-up to the event.
