New Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters is reportedly close to finalising his 23-man squad for the upcoming Ashes Tour, with seven new faces set to earn a plane ticket to the UK.

The have reported the likely 23-man squad, which could change depending on if any players suffer injuries in Sunday’s grand final between Brisbane and Melbourne.

Reece Walsh’s stellar late season form was too good for Walters to pass up. The livewire fullback has won a spot in the squad alongside other Kangaroos first timers Blayke Brailey (Sharks), Bradman Best (Knights), Ethan Strange (Raiders), Jacob Preston (Bulldogs) and Keaon Koloamatangi (Souths).

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