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Former Wallaroos captain calls time on eight-year international career

"Wallaroo #158 and the 19th Wallaroos captain, Emily’s work ethic and passion for the jersey means she has left it in a better place."

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Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 2:00 AM

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Emily Chancellor has announced her retirement from international rugby after an eight-year career with the Wallaroos.
Chancellor will earn her 41st and final cap against Scotland in Canberra during the WXV Global Series.
The 35-year-old loose-forward first captained Australia in 2025 and featured in two Rugby World Cups.

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Former Wallaroos captain Emily Chancellor has announced her retirement from international rugby after an eight-year career. The 35-year-old loose-forward will play her 41st and final Test for Australia in the WXV Global Series match against Scotland in Canberra.

Chancellor debuted against the Black Ferns in 2018 and represented Australia at two World Cups in 2021 and 2025. While stepping down from national duties, Chancellor confirmed she will remain available for the NSW Waratahs in Super Rugby Women's.

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