Kangaroos World Cup selection state of play: Props

Australian head coach Kevin Walters faces key selection choices at prop ahead of the Rugby League World Cup opener against New Zealand on October 15. Incumbent starting props Patrick Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui are expected to retain their starting roles from the Ashes tour, despite both missing finals action with the Brisbane Broncos and Gold Coast Titans.

Dolphins prop Tom Flegler has emerged as a major challenger following his successful return from injury and strong Origin performances. Other front-row candidates under consideration for the tournament squad include Mitch Barnett, Lindsay Collins, Reuben Cotter, Toby Couchman, Jackson Ford, Keaon Koloamatangi, and Lindsay Smith.