Litten and Knowles in for England as O'Neill drops out
Jez Litten and Morgan Knowles are brought into the starting line-up for England's must-win Rugby League World Cup match against Papua New Guinea - with Brad O'Neill dropping out.
Hull KR's Jez Litten and Dolphins lock Morgan Knowles have been called into England's starting lineup for their crucial Men's Rugby League World Cup match against Papua New Guinea. Head coach Brian McDermott aims to secure a significant victory in their final Group B-C encounter on Friday to stay in contention for the semi-finals.
Brad O'Neill, who was named the best player in Super League in 2026, is absent from the 19-player matchday squad due to his recent outstanding performance. Morgan Knowles replaces injured Hull KR prop Victor Radley, who exits the lineup.
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