The Australian Kangaroos squad has been named and features many excellent players. However there are a number of players that did not make the cut that could likely represent their nation well.

Injured players such as Kalyn Ponga and Blake Ferguson have not been considered for this list.

5. Josh Papalii

Josh Papalii has recorded nine games for Australia and 12 for Queensland in his impressive representative career. With a strong season behind him, both for the Raiders and Queensland, Papalii would have re-joined the Kangaroos with ease. His ability to play in many positions and his powerful running game could have assisted Australia in physically dominating their opposition.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 18: Josh Papalii of the Raiders is tackled during the round two NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the Newcastle Knights at GIO Stadium on March 18, 2018 in Canberra, Australia. (Photo by Mark Nolan/Getty Images)

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