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Wallabies turn to Corey Toole and young midfielder after Len Ikitau injury

Ikitau left the field on the 30 minute mark, and didn't return as his side fell to a 50-19 defeat at the hands of Dave Rennie's All Blacks at their fortress.

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 12:50 AM
Wallabies turn to Corey Toole and young midfielder after Len Ikitau injury
Key Things to Know
  • Corey Toole and Kadin Pritchard were called up to the Wallabies squad following Len Ikitau's injury.
  • Len Ikitau suffered a head knock during the Wallabies' 50-19 loss to the All Blacks.
  • Jordan Petaia will also miss the second Bledisloe Cup Test due to an ankle injury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Wallabies have called up ACT Brumbies duo Corey Toole and Kadin Pritchard ahead of their second Bledisloe Cup Test against the All Blacks in Sydney. The call-ups come after center Len Ikitau was ruled out following a head knock suffered during Australia's 50-19 defeat at Eden Park in Auckland. Back Jordan Petaia will also miss the upcoming Test after sustaining an ankle injury during a training session.

The All Blacks face their own injury concerns following the opening clash, with Anton Segner, Asafo Aumua, and winger Leroy Carter ruled out of the Sydney rematch. In response, New Zealand has added Du'Plessis Kirifi, George Bell, Jamie Hannah, and Anton Lienert-Brown to their squad. Meanwhile, Wallabies loose forward Rob Valetini will be available despite his tackle that sidelined Carter.

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