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Where are they now? The last Great Britain rugby league team to defeat Australia 20 years on

Today, November 4 2026, marks 20 years since England/Great Britain last defeated Australia in a Men’s Test match. Sydney hosted the fourth round of that year’s Tri-Nations series, as Great Britain, as they were then, faced Australia and New Zealand…

By Sam Brocksom · Serious About Rugby League

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 6:00 PM

Key Things to Know

The article examines the current careers of the 17 Great Britain players who defeated Australia 20 years ago.
Great Britain's 23-12 victory over Australia on November 4, 2006, remains the last UK men's win over the Kangaroos.
Former full-back Paul Wellens moved to the NRL's North Queensland Cowboys in 2026 after coaching St Helens.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Marking 20 years since Great Britain's 23-12 victory over Australia in the 2006 Tri-Nations, the article reviews the post-playing careers of the 17-man squad. The match in Sydney remains the last time a UK-based side defeated the Kangaroos in a senior men's international fixture.

The feature details the current roles of notable squad members, including Paul Wellens moving to the North Queensland Cowboys and Sean O'Loughlin assisting at Wigan. Other players, such as Brian Carney and Jon Wilkin, have transitioned into broadcasting, while Keith Senior and Leon Pryce continue coaching in various capacities.

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Where are they now? The last Great Britain rugby league team to defeat Australia 20 years on

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