
Alex Walmsley is determined to make the most of his unlikely England recall and play a part in an historic Ashes series win over Australia, starting at Wembley on Saturday.
Having not played international rugby since 2021, the 35-year-old St Helens forward thought his chance had gone before a surprise chat with England head coach Shaun Wane led to his inclusion in the squad for the eagerly-awaited three-match series.