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England handed big Rugby League World Cup blow as heritage star ruled out of tournament

England back rower Jasmin Strange will miss the rest of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup due to injury, in what is a crucial blow to the side. The Sydney Roosters forward was one of five NRLW players to be…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 7:56 AM
England handed big Rugby League World Cup blow as heritage star ruled out of tournament
Key Things to Know
  • Jasmin Strange will miss the rest of the Women's Rugby League World Cup due to a knee injury.
  • The Sydney Roosters back rower scored a try on debut against Wales before suffering the injury.
  • England head coach Stuart Barrow will not call up an external replacement to the squad.
The Story in 60 Seconds

England back rower Jasmin Strange has been ruled out for the remainder of the Women's Rugby League World Cup due to a knee injury. The Sydney Roosters forward, who qualifies for England through heritage, suffered the tournament-ending setback after featuring in head coach Stuart Barrow's squad for the opening week fixture against Wales.

Strange scored a try on her debut against Wales, also contributing 116 running metres and 17 tackles. England will not call up an external replacement, with Leeds Rhinos back rower Lucy Murray expected to take her place in the starting lineup.

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