Skipper Isaah Yeo returned for the third Test after missing the second due to a concussion, marking the only change from the side that clinched the series.

The third-test squad named Reece Walsh at fullback with a backline featuring Mark Nawaqanitawase, Kotoni Staggs, Gehamat Shibasaki, Josh Addo-Carr, Cameron Munster, and Nathan Cleary, aiming to seal a 3-0 series sweep.

Australian coach Kevin Walters opted to stick with the starting 17 for the third Ashes Test, choosing continuity over rotating six uncapped players after consulting senior players and selectors.

Dylan Edwards praised the group’s merit and said players should earn their jersey rather than be handed it, aligning with the team-first ethos.

Mitchell Moses accepted the decision to stay out of the series, stressing that team and country come before individual opportunity.

Senior players felt the responsibility to protect the team jersey, with captains and veterans backing continuity over rotation.

Walters and the senior group emphasized maintaining momentum and purpose to potentially finish the series undefeated, prioritizing consistency and performance over experimentation.