Kenny Edwards hails son as inspiration for All Stars

Castleford back-rower Kenny Edwards has hailed his son as his motivation to join the Combined Nations All Stars for this weekend’s test against England. 

Ellery Hanley’s All Stars face Shaun Wane’s side this Saturday at the Halliwell Jones Stadium as preparations for this year’s World Cup.

Edwards, 32, has been recalled up to the side having featured in their 26-24 victory last year in Warrington.

The back-rower admitted he had his doubts, explaining that Castleford’s recent victory in Toulouse had left him battered and bruised with the extremely hot conditions.

However, Edwards explained to Love Rugby League that a phone call with his eight-year-old son following the Super League clash re-motivated him to join Hanley’s side.   

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“I was informed about a week ago that I was going to be in the side. I was really keen,” Edwards told Love Rugby League. 

“Then we (Castleford) went over to play in Toulouse in 34 degrees. It was after that game I was a bit ran down and a bit sore. 

“I got on the phone to my son and I said ‘son, do you want dad to stay at home with you this week or do you want dad to go to the All Stars camp?’ and my son couldn’t be more proud of me.

“He said ‘dad, I want you to go to the All Stars camp’ and he said to me that I might not ever get the chance to play for the All Stars again. 

“When I heard that, it