The Australian Rugby League Commission has today unveiled a 24-man Kangaroos squad for the historic 2025 Ashes Tour — the first between Australia and England in more than two decades.
Penrith Panthers co-captain Isaah Yeo has been named captain of the national side, leading a squad that blends premiership-winning experience with exciting new talent. The Kangaroos will face England in three Tests at Wembley Stadium (October 25), Everton Stadium (November 1), and Headingley (November 8).
Premiers Well Represented
Reigning premiers Brisbane Broncos have been rewarded for their dominant 2025 NRL campaign, with four players selected in Kevin Walters’ squad. The group includes Clive Churchill Medal winner Reece Walsh, who capped a remarkable season by earning his first Kangaroos call-up. Fellow Broncos Patrick Carrigan, Kotoni Staggs, and Gehamat Shibasaki also feature, underlining Brisbane’s influence on the representative scene.
The Penrith Panthers, fresh off another strong season, also boast a significant presence. Alongside Yeo, halfback Nathan Cleary, fullback Dylan Edwards, and forward Lindsay Smith have all been included.
Fresh Faces and Familiar Stars
The 24-man squad features seven players from this year’s NRL Grand Final between Melbourne Storm and Brisbane Broncos, as well as six debutants: Blayke Brailey, Keaon Koloamatangi, Mark Nawaqanitawase, Jacob Preston, Gehamat Shibasaki, and Reece Walsh.
Veterans Cameron Munster, Harry Grant, Nathan Cleary, and Tino Fa’asuamaleaui bring valuable experience from previous Kangaroos campaigns.
2025 Kangaroos Ashes Squad (Alphabetical Order)
Blayke Brailey (Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks)
Patrick Carrigan (Brisbane Broncos)
Nathan Cleary (Penrith Panthers)
Xavier Coates (Melbourne Storm)
Lindsay Collins (Sydney Roosters)
Reuben Cotter (North Queensland Cowboys)
Angus Crichton (Sydney Roosters)
Tom Dearden (North Queensland Cowboys)
Dylan Edwards (Penrith Panthers)
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui (Gold Coast Titans)
Harry Grant (Melbourne Storm)
Keaon Koloamatangi (South Sydney Rabbitohs)
Zac Lomax (Parramatta Eels)
Mitchell Moses (Parramatta Eels)
Cameron Munster (Melbourne Storm)
Mark Nawaqanitawase (Sydney Roosters)
Jacob Preston (Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs)
Gehamat Shibasaki (Brisbane Broncos)
Lindsay Smith (Penrith Panthers)
Kotoni Staggs (Brisbane Broncos)
Ethan Strange (Canberra Raiders)
Reece Walsh (Brisbane Broncos)
Isaah Yeo (c) (Penrith Panthers)
Hudson Young (Canberra Raiders)
The Road Ahead
The Kangaroos will assemble in Sydney later this month before flying to England to begin preparations for the first Test at Wembley on October 25. With the blend of emerging stars and seasoned internationals, Walters’ squad will aim to secure the Ashes and reaffirm Australia’s dominance on the world stage.
