dont you think we need this type of game to give us a chance to play together?

Widdop must have been sensational in the 2 games he has played in the NRL.

I think Widdop's call up was more a case of ensuring he was committed to England before any future Australian interest. He would qualify for Australia when his dual citizenship comes through.

is the France game an officially recognised one, can recall someonw playing a similar game before then playing for another nation not long after and this was allowed due to the category of the fixture

Tonie Carroll managed to play for both Oz and NZ in full test matches so not sure it even matters in todays game.

He wasn't. He did fairly well but nothing to warrant a Rep call.