We are now less than a hundred days from England's world cup opener with Papa New Guinea. And with both Super League and NRL domestic competitions entering a very delicate stage with the play offs looming, competition for international honours will no doubt intensify. These next few weeks will decide if a player will or will not represent their country in the highest level the sport can offer. This may be due to poorer form than another player competing for the same shirt, or an injury.
England's Sam Burgess has already ruled himself out with a shoulder injury, and Darren Lockyer is looking doubtful to be 100% fit for Australia's clash with New Zealand on the 26th October at Sydney Football Stadium. And while Australia are 1/4 favourites to keep hold of their crown, this current stint beginning in 1975, they will no doubt be challenged all the way if they are to hold onto it yet again.
I for one, look forward to a tournament with a lot of pride, commitment, aggression and skill.
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