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The Wallabies missed 66 tackles in two games. This is their plan to fix it

In their last two games, the Wallabies defence was ripped apart by New Zealand. They are confident they know why, and how to stop it happening against England.

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 4:30 AM
The Wallabies missed 66 tackles in two games. This is their plan to fix it
Key Things to Know
  • Angus Bell says Australia's defensive breakdown was due to effort areas and failing to slow down opposition ball.
  • The Wallabies missed 66 tackles and surrendered 13 tries across two recent defeats against the All Blacks.
  • Australia prepares to face England at Twickenham in their first outing since the Bledisloe Cup series.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Australia prop Angus Bell stated that the Wallabies' recent defensive struggles were caused by effort issues rather than flawed structures. Following a heavy Bledisloe Cup series defeat where Australia missed 66 tackles and conceded 93 points against New Zealand, Bell explained that the squad plans to fix their defence by slowing opposition ball and disrupting rucks ahead of their clash against England at Twickenham.

The Wallabies enter the London Test aiming to replicate their dramatic 2024 win at Twickenham, with winger Max Jorgensen noting the squad draws confidence from past success at the venue despite losing there last year. Bell emphasized the need to adapt to England's distinct playing style across a full 80-minute performance under head coach Les Kiss and defensive assistant Scott McLeod.

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