Australia-born Strange in England World Cup squad
Australia-born second-row forward Jasmin Strange is one of four potential debutants in England's 23-strong squad for the World Cup.
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"Narrowing our squad from 40 players to a final 23 has involved some difficult decisions, but we believe we have the right balance of experience and youth to compete on the world stage."
— Stu Barrow , Other
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Mother of Jasmin Strange, through whom Jasmin qualifies for England.
Australia-born second-row forward set to represent England in the World Cup.
Roosters women's head coach and former rugby league player.
Head coach of England's rugby league team.
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Australia-born second-row forward Jasmin Strange is one of four potential debutants in England's 23-strong squad for the World Cup.
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