SHAUN WANE has left his post as England boss after six years, with the position now being given on a part-time basis.

During his tenure, Wane oversaw memorable series victories over Tonga in 2023 and a Samoa a year later, as well as a semi-final in the World Cup. He finishes with 14 wins from 19 matches.

The former Wigan Warriors coach is part of a very small elite number of coaches to have won the full suite of domestic club honours and achieved World Club Championship success.

He is one of a select few to have achieved this as both a player and as a head coach, reflecting a rare depth of experience and longevity within professional rugby league.

RFL interim chief executive Abi Ekoku paid tribute to Wane for his service over the last six years and said: “The RFL would like to thank Shaun for his leadership and unstinting dedication to making the England Rugby League team the very best it could be over the last six years.

“Shaun has not only led England with pride, passion and a considerable level of insight; his diligence has set new standards and driven the expectations of a new generation of international stars.

“We wish Shaun the very best for the future and the RFL will undoubtedly call upon his vast knowledge and experience moving forward.”

Wane himself said: “It has been the honour of my life to coach England Rugby League over the last six years but after careful reflection I believe the time is right to step aside and allow the programme to move forward into its next chapter.

“The privilege of leading my country in a World Cup, an Ashes Series on home soil and securing victories over Tonga and Samoa will live long in the memory. I’m incredibly grateful to all the players, coaches and staff I’ve worked alongside during that time, their commitment and professionalism made those moments possible.

“I wish everyone involved with England Rugby League the best going forward and for the World Cup later this year.”

The process will now start to seek and appoint a new head coach ahead of the tournament which starts against Tonga in Perth on October 17. England face France a week later before heading to Wollongong in New South Wales to complete their group stage versus Papua New Guinea on October 30.