England Rugby League World Cup Squad Announced: Connor Excluded, Lewis Includes
Leeds Rhinos half-back Jake Connor has been left out of England's Rugby League World Cup squad, as Hull KR's Mikey Lewis secures a place for the upcoming tournament, according to the BBC Sport.
- Jake Connor, a key player for Leeds Rhinos, was not selected in the 24-man England squad for the Rugby League World Cup.
- Mikey Lewis from Hull KR, on the other hand, has made it to the team, overcoming Connor.
The Rugby League World Cup is set to kick off on October 28th, with England aiming to make a strong showing in the competition.
England head coach, Steve McNamara, explained the decision:
"Jake has been an outstanding player for us in recent years, but I have selected a team that I believe is the strongest squad to take on the World Cup challenge."
The Rugby League World Cup will feature 24 teams competing over a month-long tournament. England, as one of the premier rugby league nations, is eager to showcase its talent and compete for the prestigious trophy.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
