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Kiss Names 34‑Man Wallabies Squad, Ikitau and Suaalii Recalled for Argentina Tour

The selections prioritise continuity to test combinations and build depth as Australia prepares for the 2027 home Rugby World Cup.

Rugby Union - Autumn Internationals - Ireland v Australia - Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland - November 15, 2025 Australia's Len Ikitau reacts as he is tackled by Ireland's Tommy O'Brien REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne
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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 9: Len Ikitau of Australia celebrates with team mate Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii after their sides fifth and winning try during the Autumn Nations Series 2025 match between England and Australia at Allianz Stadium on November 9, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Craig Mercer/MB Media/Getty Images)
Australia's Len Ikitau (C) is tackled during the rugby union Nations Championship match between Australia and Italy at HBF Park in Perth on July 18, 2026.

Overview

  • Les Kiss announced the 34‑player squad on Wednesday, Aug. 19, for two Tests in Argentina with the group set to assemble in Sydney before flying out.
  • Len Ikitau was recalled after recovering from an ankle injury and is expected to return to the starting midfield rotation.
  • Joseph‑Aukuso Suaalii was included despite a minor hamstring issue and has been flagged by Kiss as a likely option in the back three to provide tactical flexibility.
  • Lock Miles Amatosero was omitted because he is serving a suspension from a red card, forcing adjustments to second‑row cover in the forwards.
  • Jock Campbell was left out, leaving Tom Wright as the only specialist fullback and giving Wright a chance to reach 50 caps on the tour to San Salvador de Jujuy (Aug. 29) and Mendoza (Sept. 5).