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Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii given nod to start on wing for Wallabies against South Africa

Versatile player joins Tom Wright and Max Jorgensen in back threeLen Ikitau shifts to outside centre with Hunter Paisami at inside centreThe Wallabies will start rugby league recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii on the wing for the first time in a new-look…

Published: Friday, 25 September 2026 at 5:31 AM
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii given nod to start on wing for Wallabies against South Africa
Key Things to Know
  • Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will make his first start on the wing for Australia against South Africa in Perth.
  • Wallabies coach Les Kiss selected a 6-2 bench split with six forwards to face the Springboks.
  • Harry Wilson will captain the Wallabies from the number eight position.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been selected to make his first start on the wing for the Wallabies in Sunday's Test match against South Africa in Perth. Head coach Les Kiss placed Suaalii on the left wing alongside right wing Max Jorgensen and fullback Tom Wright. Additionally, Len Ikitau will shift to outside centre, partnering with Hunter Paisami at inside centre.

Kiss also opted for a 6-2 bench split to counter the Springboks' forward strength, naming six forwards and only two backs in reserve. Number 8 Harry Wilson captains the side, with Brandon Paenga-Amosa starting at hooker. Australia enters the contest unbeaten in Kiss's first four matches as coach.

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