Rugby League World Cup 2021: Elliott Whitehead on silencing England's doubters
England's opening-day opponents are Tonga and Samoa. Phil Gould tweeted that England can't beat Samoa in the tournament opener in Newcastle. Canberra Raiders back row Elliott Whitehead is not fussed by the outside noise. White head was part of Wayne Bennett's team that lost to Australia in 2010 World Cup final. He has experience of using the on-field captain's challenge in rugby league. The rule was introduced this morning. It will be used at the World cup for the first time this year. The former Bradford Bulls and Catalans Dragons player has not enjoyed success with it when challenging decisions during his time captaining the Raiders this season.
