After making his mark at the World Masters in New Zealand a week earlier, the 70-year-old was named captain of the national side for the one-off clash with Great Britain.

And, even though the “old enemy” prevailed on that occasion, Witt said he’d never forget the moment.

“I nearly fell over when the selectors asked me to lead the team out,” he explained.

“It was such an honour, especially being the only country player in the squad.

“When they played the National Anthem, I got very emotional.

“It’s definitely the highlight of my career.

“We were locked at 0-all at half-time.

“But, the Aussies went down by two tries in the end.

“Although we lost, everything worked out well.

“I couldn’t be prouder.”

The Scone Wombats representative said attending the World Masters was also a “great experience”.

“I actually took the field for Scotland in that tournament – and finished the top scorer,” he laughed.

“We played three matches; for a win, a loss and a draw.

“However, I finished with seven tries.

“Six of those were in one game, so I set a record [a bit like Valentine Holmes against Fiji].”

That effort resulted in Witt being picked as an invitational player for New Zealand foundation club Ponsonby; and again for Rest of the World against Great Britain.

“I loved every minute of it [the event],” Witt said.

“They were a great bunch of blokes and I’ve formed some new friendships.

“I’d go [back] again for sure.”

Next up, Witt will don the “green and gold” for the Masters of Rugby League Australia over-35 side, which is touring England in February and March.

“I’m looking forward to it,” he said.

“We’re due to play five or six games over there, including another Test against Great Britain.

“I can’t wait.”