Huddersfield Giants back-row forward Asher O’Donnell will sit out upcoming matches with an ankle injury, the club stated on Thursday. In other news, Tom Coyd MBE unveiled a twelve-man Great Britain World Cup preparatory squad, selecting players from across the Super League. At the same time, Matt Lodge confirmed his switch to a new Super League club, concluding his time with his former side. The Army aired the Lawson Cup final in real time, featuring a fast-paced rugby league contest between armed forces teams. Wales Women released a squad to face Canada in a international fixture, naming a blend of veteran and young players.