The Rugby League Ashes, and what it means for international League

TLDR

This video delves into the reasons behind England's 3-0 loss to Australia in the 2025 Rugby League Ashes, analyzing the talent gap between the NRL and Super League, and how the Kangaroos managed to win despite not playing at their best. It compares the 2015 England squad, featuring elite NRL stars and Super League greats, with the 2025 squad, questioning how England transitioned from contenders to merely hoping to stay competitive.

League is always going to struggle playing second fiddle to Union on an international level, but this Ashes Series was supposed to revitalise the international competition