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Son of World Cup-winner gets Wallabies call-up

Rookie scrumhalf Teddy Wilson was among two debutants included Friday in the Wallabies squad for the Nations Championship, following in the footsteps of his World Cup-winning father David.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 6:53 AM
Son of World Cup-winner gets Wallabies call-up
Key Things to Know
  • Scrumhalf Teddy Wilson, son of 1999 World Cup winner David Wilson, earned his first Wallabies call-up.
  • Loosehead prop Tom Lambert was also included as an uncapped player in Australia's squad.
  • The Wallabies will play Nations Championship Tests in Europe next month against England, Scotland, and Wales.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rookie scrumhalf Teddy Wilson has earned his maiden call-up to the Australia squad for the upcoming Nations Championship in Europe. The 23-year-old follows in the footsteps of his father, David Wilson, who won the 1999 World Cup with the Wallabies. Coach Les Kiss selected Wilson alongside fellow debutant Tom Lambert as part of the traveling squad ahead of next month's Tests against England, Scotland, and Wales.

Australia's touring squad is strengthened by the return of Europe-based forwards Taniela Tupou and Tom Hooper. Backs Carter Gordon, Ben Donaldson, and Len Ikitau have recovered from injuries to feature, while center Hunter Paisami returns from suspension as the team prepares to build depth ahead of hosting next year's World Cup.

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