Two second half tries by former Wakefield Trinity winger Tom Johnstone helped England to as 22-18 win over Tonga in Sunday’s first Test at St Helens.
Johnstone, a product of the Stanningley club in Leeds, enjoyed an outstanding Betfred Super League season with Catalans Dragons, but probably wouldn’t have featured had Dom Young not been ruled out through illness. In front of a 12,898 crowd, there was nothing between the sides in the first 40, but Johnstone’s touchdowns on 55 and 67 minutes ensured it was England’s afternoon.
Isaiya Katoa’s conversion made it 10-6, after Harry Smith had added the extras to King’s opener, but England responded strongly. Lewis continued his strong start in Test rugby with an outstanding finish, his footwork bamboozling Tonga’s defence after England tapped a penalty in front of the posts. Smith provided the pass and his goal made it 12-10, but Katoa landed a penalty moments later, five minutes before the break, to level the scores.
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