Australia Favoured to Extend Ashes Rugby League Dominance at Liverpool Test

Australia currently leads the 2025 Ashes rugby league series after a commanding 26-6 win over England in the first Test at Wembley, despite not being at their full strength. England's conservative game plan and poor execution, including 15 handling errors, contributed to their defeat, while Australia dominated in metres gained and line breaks. A key figure for Australia has been Reece Walsh, whose outstanding debut performance earned him the man-of-the-match award and highlighted the gap between the two teams. England is expected to make changes for the second Test, including bringing in new players such as AJ Brimson and Morgan Smithies, in an effort to level the series. The Australian team also made a strategic adjustment by promoting Sydney Roosters prop Lindsay Collins to the starting line-up, with other positional shifts ahead of the second Test. England's head coach Shaun Wane has emphasized the challenge Walsh presents, noting the need for improved execution to counter Australia's class players.