LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Maroons' star Tom Dearden has made a significant impact in the rugby scene, following a bold decision by coach Billy Slater to select him as halfback over veteran Daly Cherry-Evans after a series-opening loss in Brisbane.
Dearden's performances paid off, culminating in him being awarded the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the series after a decisive 24-12 victory at Accor Stadium.
Despite his success, the 24-year-old downplayed rumors of stepping into the Kangaroos No.
7 jersey for the upcoming Ashes series in England.