England forward Matty Lees played against Australia despite suffering horror injury

   29/10/2025

ENGLAND and St Helens forward, Matty Lees, played against Australia in the First Ashes Test with a broken eye socket.

Rugby league players are infamous for their toughness, but Lees, who suffered the injury after being accidentally elbowed by teammate Alex Walmsley in training, took to the starting line-up against Australia regardless of his issue.

The documentary, Chasing History, sees Shaun Wane and the England squad opening up more than ever before, providing never-been-seen before access throughout the Ashes Series.

And the second episode featured Lees’ training ground injury and his road to recovery ahead of the 26-6 loss to Australia last weekend.

RL Commercial have linked up with JAM Films to create the documentary series, whose executive producer Joe Gardiner said:

“It’s an honour for JAM Films to be involved in this huge moment for Rugby League in this country.

“England have a great chance to make history and we’re incredibly excited to help tell their story over four episodes.

“Shaun Wane has given us access to every part of the England camp, which will give the viewers a unique look at their national team.”