The retiring veteran gets the call-up with Storm star Jahrome Hughes and Kodi Nikorima both unavailable.
Dylan Brown, Nelson Asofa-Solomona, Jeremy Marshall-King and Ronaldo Mulitalo return after missing the 2024 tournament.
Meanwhile the Kiwi Ferns squad includes a quartet of uncapped Warriors
Patricia Maliepo, Ivana Lauititi, Shakira Baker and Tysha Ikenasio all feature, while halfback Raecene McGregor's return is a boost.
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