Australian Kangaroos see new recruits pledging allegiance, with 23 debuting under coach Kevin Walters.
The Australian Kangaroos have been put on notice by their opposing nations in 2025, with multiple stars pledging allegiance to their heritage this year.
While some might say incoming head coach Kevin Walters has been thrown into recruitment hell ahead of this year's Ashes, it seems the Brisbane Broncos legend is set to get his hands on a host of stars regardless; 23 to be exact.
It has been reported that Brisbane Broncos fullback Reece Walsh, Sydney Roosters winger Mark Nawaqanitawase, Cronulla Sharks captain Blayke Brailey, Canterbury Bulldogs second-rower Jacob Preston, Newcastle Knights centre Bradman Best, South Sydney Rabbitohs forward Keaon Koloamatangi and Canberra Raiders half Ethan Strange are all set to make their Kangaroos debut under Walters this year.
Staggs and Koloamatangi are two key inclusions, following doubts around their desire to represent the Kangaroos due to their international ties to Tonga.