20+ England players were in Betfred Super League action this weekend, but here’s who stood out...
Robbie Mulhern impressed in Leigh Leopards’ victory with 146 metres, four tackle busts and 28 tackles. He's a key middle who could be pivotal in this autumn's ABK Beer Ashes Series.
Meanwhile, four Robins produced an admirable showing.
Combined, Elliot Minchella, James Batchelor and Jez Litten produced 117 tackles as they grinded out a win against St Helens.
If selected to face Australia, we’re confident they could produce the same grit, desire and determination.
Meanwhile, magic Mikey Lewis continues to pull the strings as Hull KR edge ever close to the League Leaders’ Shield. This week, Lewis was responsible for assisting the match-winning try.
The current Steve Prescott MBE Man of Steel is enjoyable to watch week in, week out, and fans should be excited at the thought of the England playmaker coming up against the Australian superstars. It's going to be explosive!
Influential Jack Welsby has returned to the Saints side with a bang and produced one try assist, 138 metres and four tackle busts in the Red V’s narrow loss to the Robins.
The England fullback is gearing up to the hotly anticipated Ashes Series, but will he guide St Helens to a Super League Grand Final before that?
Young Harry Robertson also impressed with 135 metres, four tackle busts and 15 tackles – and that’s just a glimpse of what’s to come from the future England star.
On Saturday, a consistent Mike McMeeken stood tall in Wakefield Trinity's win. McMeeken was one of his side's top motivators as they continue their mission for a top six finish.
Morgan Gannon was a standout performer for Leeds Rhinos with a try and 33 tackles. He's part of a team also aiming for silverware in 2025, so will know exactly how to go to battle.
Then, England halfback Harry Smith had a strong kicking game in the south of France, while club and country teammate Liam Marshall was a hat-trick hero for Wigan Warriors.
In the NRL, Morgan Smithies helped to seal Canberra Raiders’ first Minor Premiership since 1990 after his side beat West Tigers in a truly intense clash.
How cruical will his experience be in the upcoming Ashes Series?
Victor Radley was also on a winning side with Sydney Roosters, contributing 36 tackles.
Both Dom Young and Kai Pearce-Paul tasted defeat again with Newcastle Knights.
Rivalries will be reignited when England take on Australia in the ABK Beer Rugby League Ashes this autumn. The two nations will meet in a three-match test series over 20 years in the making and with the second and third test completely SOLD OUT; Wembley Stadium on Saturday 25 October is your only place to watch this fierce rivalry live!
Book your Wembley tickets here with prices starting from just £20 for adults and £10 for U16’s.
