RALLYING CRY AS ENGLAND LAUNCH ASHES BID
By STEPHEN IBBETSON
SHAUN WANE is confident he's picked a squad capable of claiming the Ashes.
The much-anticipated first series against Australia for 22 years - and first meeting of any kind between the sport's two greatest powerhouses in eight years - begins this Saturday at Wembley.
"We've got a challenge," said Wane of facing the reigning world champions.
"We have to be very, very good to win any of these Test matches, but so do the Aussies. The 17 we turn out at Wembley will be prepared.
"You look through the 24(-man squad) and there's a lot of talent. No matter who you look at, they can all add something to a game. I'm very confident that this 24 can fight for England and hopefully get us a series win.