LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
England's head coach Shaun Wane has unveiled a 24-man squad for the eagerly anticipated Ashes series against Australia.
Among the noteworthy selections is Gold Coast Titans star AJ Brimson, who recently adjusted his international eligibility to play for England, drawing on his mother's English heritage.
Other NRL representatives on the squad include Newcastle Knights duo Dominic Young and Kai Pearce-Paul, standout Dolphins' centre Herbie Farnworth, North Queensland Cowboys forward John Bateman, and Canberra Raiders forward Morgan Smithies.
"I'm really excited by the 24 players we have selected ahead of this upcoming Ashes Series," Wane remarked in England Rugby League's official announcement.
"There were some tough decisions to be made given the quality we have across both Super League and the NRL and that's never easy, but I am confident that the 24 selected will give us the best chance of winning this series.
"The return of The Ashes has been a long time coming, and we now have the chance to face off against the Kangaroos and look to make history by being the first English side to win The Ashes in over 50 years.
"We already have two sold out venues in Everton and Headingley, and I'm sure the atmosphere at Wembley in less than two weeks' time will be electric."