Australia have named three uncapped players in their squad for the Rugby League World Cup starting this month.
Sydney Roosters back-rower Boyd Cordner, Cronulla Sharks prop Andrew Fifita and Canberra Raiders back-rower Josh Papalii have been selected in the 24-man squad by the nine-time winners.
Justin Hodges, Kurt Gidley and Anthony Watmough all missed out through injury.
Coach Tim Sheens’ team face England on 26 October, Fiji on 2 November and Ireland on 9 November in Group A.
Australia squad:
Smith (captain), Gallen, Bird, Boyd, Cherry-Evans, Cordner, Cronk, Farah, Fifita, Hayne, Inglis, Jennings, Lewis, B Morris, J Morris, Myles, Papalii, Parker, Scott, Slater, Tamou, Tate, Thaiday, Thurston.
Rugby League World Cup 2013: Australia select uncapped trio
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