Kevin Walters is appointed head coach of Australia's Kangaroos for the upcoming Ashes series.
Kevin Walters has been appointed as the head coach of the Australia Kangaroos for this year's Ashes series in England, according to reports from ABC.
Walters, a former premiership player with the Brisbane Broncos and Canberra Raiders, succeeds Mal Meninga, who has transitioned to the inaugural coach of the Perth Bears franchise.
In related news, Jess Skinner, the current coach of the Jillaroos, has had her contract extended through the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
However, the Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) confirmed only Walters' appointment for the upcoming 2025 Ashes tour.