Wallaroos coach explains surprise call ahead of Rugby World Cup opener
Coach Jo Yapp has explained her unexpected captaincy call ahead of Australia’s Rugby World Cup opener against Samoa.
Finn Morton
21 Aug 2025, 8:13
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Teen to make World Cup history as Wallaroos name side for Samoa
Teenager Caitlyn Halse is set to become the youngest Wallaroo to play at a Women's Rugby World Cup.
Finn Morton
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WXV 3: Samoa and Madagascar ring the changes ahead of final round
Heading into the final round of WXV 3, Spain lead the way in the race for both the title and one of the two tickets to Women’s R…
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Two-year high for Ireland in women's world rankings
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