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Schmidt recalls Skelton, picks 2 uncapped players for Wallabies squad to face Fiji

NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, JUN 19 – Coach Joe Schmidt prioritizes younger playmakers for the Wallabies ahead of the Fiji Test, with two uncapped players included in the 36-man squad preparing for the British and Irish Lions series.

  • The Wallabies announced a 36-man squad on June 20, 2025, to prepare for their July 6 Test against Fiji in Newcastle.
  • Coach Joe Schmidt omitted veteran flyhalf James O'Connor despite his strong form with the Crusaders this season and recent Super Rugby Pacific final appearance.
  • The squad consists of 20 forwards and 16 backs, featuring uncapped players including a Western Force back-rower and an ACT Brumbies winger, along with the return of hooker David Porecki following his recovery from injury.
  • Schmidt acknowledged the competitive nature of the selection process, noting that while some players will be pleased with their inclusion, others will inevitably miss out, and highlighted that the squad features a core of returning members alongside several newcomers or players making a comeback.
  • The squad will assemble in Sydney before regrouping in Newcastle, while seven additional players will temporarily join preparations, highlighting the team's immediate focus on Fiji.
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Schmidt Recalls Skelton, Picks Two Uncapped Players For Wallabies Squad ...

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O'Connor a notable omission from Wallabies ahead of Fiji Test

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt announces a 36-player squad for Australia's Test match against Fiji.

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Schmidt recalls Skelton, picks 2 uncapped players for Wallabies squad to face Fiji

Wallabies head coach Joe Schmidt has picked uncapped Corey Toole and Nick Champion de Crespigny, recalled giant lock Will Skelton and given veteran prop James Slipper a chance to push for another Lions series in a 36-man Australia squad selected for next month's test against Fiji.

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O’Connor misses Wallabies squad

Veteran flyhalf James O’Connor has missed selection in an extended 36-man Wallabies squad for next month’s Test against Fiji in Newcastle.

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Wallabies giant rates Lions series as career pinnacle

Will Skelton has played on the biggest stages of world rugby but the imposing Wallabies lock says facing the British and Irish Lions will be a career high.

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
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