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Wallabies prepare for Springboks test as South Africa rotates squad

Australia aims to extend unbeaten run against world champions in Perth despite South Africa's heavy rotation after grueling New Zealand series.

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What to know

  • Australia enters on a five-match unbeaten run seeking to test itself against world champion South Africa in Perth on Sunday.
  • South Africa has heavily rotated its squad after a grueling four-Test series against New Zealand, retaining only two starters and dropping captain Siya Kolisi.
  • Both teams expect a forward-dominated game centered on scrums and mauls, with Wallabies confidence hinging on executing their physical plan.

“We all know that they're the best in the world around set pieces and scrums, so I think it's a good challenge for us to see where we are as a group.”

Taniela Tupou, Wallabies prop · Channel News Asia ↗

Taniela Tupou Wallabies propRassie Erasmus South Africa coachTom Donnelly Wallabies forwards coachCharlie Cale Wallabies loose forward

Wallabies prepare for Springboks test as South Africa rotates squad
Sydney Morning Herald

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yesterdaynow · 5:46 AM ET
  1. 2

    Charlie Cale ruled out with shoulder injury; Nick Champion de Crespigny called up

    Wallabies loose forward Charlie Cale suffered a shoulder injury in training requiring surgery and will miss the rest of the season. Nick Champion de Crespigny was called up as a replacement and is noted for his aerial skills and physicality.

    “Sometimes you have to roll the dice… We know they'll be up for this match [the Wallabies], licking their lips and trying to sink their teeth into us.”
    — Rassie Erasmus, South Africa coach · source
  2. background

    Wallabies expect consistent Springboks forward dominance despite rotation — Wallabies forwards coach Tom Donnelly said that while South Africa has changed players, their physical approach to forward play will remain a core threat. Donnelly emphasized the importance of the scrum and maul in the matchup.

  3. background

    Erasmus names rotated Springboks squad with only two starters retained — South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus announced a heavily rotated team for Perth, retaining only winger Ethan Hooker and second-rower Eben Etzebeth as starters from the team that beat New Zealand. Captain Siya Kolisi is dropped entirely. Erasmus said the rotation is aimed at building experience ahead of the World Cup.

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    Tupou says Wallabies eager to test themselves against world champions

    Australia prop Taniela Tupou told reporters the Wallabies are looking forward to testing themselves against South Africa, knowing they need to face the best in preparation for next year's World Cup. Tupou noted the Springboks' dominance in set pieces and scrums.

    “if you want to be competitive this time next year at the World Cup, you've got to test yourselves against the best, and that's this weekend.”
    — Taniela Tupou
    1. 1 outlet Wallabies ready to test themselves against the best in Springboks clash

      first by Channel News Asia, 2d ago

Also covered reported alongside — the timeline has no entry for these yet

  1. 2 outlets Wallabies set to make major Suaalii call for Springboks clash

    first by The Australian, 1d ago · also CODE Sports

  2. 2 outlets ‘We know what’s coming’: Wallabies brace for physical examination against Springboks

    first by theage.com.au, 2d ago · also Sydney Morning Herald

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