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Wallabies make selection gambles for Italy clash in bid to arrest losing streak sits in International Rugby because international rugby shapes selection debates, union strategy, player pathways and the fixtures that define each Test cycle. The important part is not only the headline; it is what the story changes for teams, players, supporters and the next competitive decision.
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Declan Meredith to start again at flyhalf against Italy in Perth Fraser McReight dropped to the bench in favour of Carlo Tizzano Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt is rolling the dice at the exit door, sticking with Declan Meredith at flyhalf and dropping Fraser McReight to the bench in favour of hometown hero Carlo Tizzano. The Wallabies will be aiming to snap a six-game losing streak when they face world No 10 Italy in Saturday night’s Nations Championship clash in Perth. Continue reading...
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