There was only room for three players from the two NRL grand finalists but few surprises in the Australian squad named on Monday to contest the rugby league World Cup.
Premiers Sydney Roosters provided just two players, Michael Jennings and backrower Boyd Cordner, to the 24-man squad, with Cordner joining Andrew Fifita and Josh Papalii as the only uncapped players.
Beaten grand finalists Manly had just halfback Daly Cherry-Evans chosen in the squad for the World Cup in the UK and Ireland starting on October 26.
Of the Test side which beat New Zealand earlier this year, only the injured Justin Hodges, Kurt Gidley and Anthony Watmough were not retained.
Kangaroos coach Tim Sheens said he spoke to Manly officials on Monday morning where they confirmed Watmough and the Stewart brothers would not be available for selection due to injury.
