Australia Clinches Rugby League Ashes Series with Series-Long Dominance over England

England's rugby league team showed clear improvement in their second Test against Australia, despite a loss that sealed the Ashes series 2-0 in Australia's favor. Under Shaun Wane's leadership, England displayed intensity and determination, especially in the first half, but crucial lapses early in the second half allowed Australia to pull away with tries from Cameron Munster and Hudson Young. England's attack struggled to capitalize on opportunities, scoring only one try across two games, compared to Australia's six, highlighting a significant gap in execution and quality. Wane acknowledged the need for England to defend better and build more pressure on Australia in the upcoming final match to avoid a series whitewash. Key moments included England's energetic defense, the impact of yellow cards, and a spirited but ultimately insufficient offensive effort. The series underscored Australia's dominance in the sport, having not lost an Ashes series since 1970, while England aims to regain pride and competitiveness in the final game.