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Suaalii gets Kriel’s seal of approval

Jesse Kriel says code-swapper Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has made playing 13 “look easy”, but warns the Wallabies outside back is a threat regardless of the number on his back.

Published: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 7:10 AM
Suaalii gets Kriel’s seal of approval
Key Things to Know
  • Jesse Kriel praised Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii ahead of Sunday's one-off Test in Perth.
  • Kriel stated that Suaalii has made playing outside centre look easy.
  • Suaalii joined the Waratahs and made his Wallabies Test debut in 2024.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Springbok centre Jesse Kriel has praised Wallabies outside back Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii ahead of Sunday's one-off Test match in Perth. Speaking to the Sydney Morning Herald, Kriel stated that the code-swapper has made playing outside centre look easy despite having limited experience in rugby union.

Suaalii joined the Waratahs in 2024 before making his international Test debut for Australia later that year. Kriel warned that the Springboks cannot focus solely on Suaalii's position, highlighting his physical strength, skill set, and versatility across the midfield, wing, and fullback positions.

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