"There was no shortage of effort from England and the promise that they would be motivated going into a first Ashes series in 22 years could not be questioned. But there was a critical lack of quality at any stage of the contest, which means Shaun Wane, the head coach, is surely going to have to make changes to try to keep the series alive."
"Jack Welsby's longstanding position as England full-back feels under threat. He has had a difficult season for St Helens but had credit in the bank with Wane, so much so that he was a guaranteed starter at Wembley. But England have brought the former Queensland star AJ Brimson who was 18th man on Saturday halfway around the world after he switched his allegiance from Australia."
England were underwhelming in the first Ashes Test, losing 26-6 to Australia. The match became one-sided, and a paper aeroplane landing on the pitch symbolized England's few moments of fortune. England showed effort and motivation but lacked quality at all stages, forcing expectations of coaching changes from Shaun Wane to keep the series alive. Prop Mike McMeeken said England were off the mark and noted Australia's clinical finishing. Jack Welsby's grip on the full-back role is under threat after an underwhelming performance. AJ Brimson travelled as 18th man and could be selected next weekend.
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