Australia recalls Harry Wilson and Ben Donaldson for second test against Argentina

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Australia recalls Harry Wilson and Ben Donaldson for second test against Argentina
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Australia head coach Les Kiss has made several adjustments to the starting lineup for the upcoming second rugby test against Argentina in Mendoza. Harry Wilson returns to the squad to reclaim the captaincy, while Ben Donaldson takes the starting role at flyhalf, marking his first start in the position for 2026. Carter Gordon, who has recovered from an injury, has been moved to the bench. The team, currently leading the series after a 27-21 victory in the opening match, is aiming for a fifth consecutive win and its first series sweep in Argentina. Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii are set to pair at center, while Filipo Daugunu joins the wing rotation. Prop Allan Alaalatoa, who served as captain in the previous test, moves to the bench alongside other reshuffled personnel as the squad prepares for the weekend fixture.

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  • Harry Wilson regains the captaincy from Allan Alaalatoa.
  • Ben Donaldson starts at flyhalf with Carter Gordon moving to the bench.
  • Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii form the center pairing.
  • Australia won the first test match against Argentina 27-21.
  • Fullback Tom Wright reaches his 50th test appearance in Mendoza.
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  • 9:57 PMYahoo SportsDonaldson comes in at flyhalf as Wilson returns as captain for Australia vs Argentina
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Australia head coach Les Kiss made a change at flyhalf on Friday and restored Harry Wilson to the captaincy for Saturday's second rugby test against Argentina in Mendoza. Ben Donaldson will start a test in the No. 10 jersey for the first time in 2026, replacing Carter Gordon, who has overcome an injury but moves to the bench. Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will combine at center for the 17th time in 26 tests but the first time under Kiss.

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