Kangaroos face key selection decisions for Rugby League World Cup props
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:59 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The Australian squad for the Rugby League World Cup is expected to be announced soon, with head coach Kevin Walters facing tough selection decisions for the prop positions. Patrick Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui are anticipated to retain their spots after successful performances in the Ashes. Tom Flegler is a strong contender as he returns from injury, having had a great season with the Dolphins. Other options include Mitch Barnett, Lindsay Collins, Reuben Cotter, and younger talents such as Toby Couchman. The finalized squad will be revealed ahead of the opening match against New Zealand on October 15.
- •Squad announcement expected soon ahead of the World Cup.
- •Carrigan and Fa'asuamaleaui likely to retain prop positions.
- •Flegler returns as a key challenger after a successful season.
- •Other contenders include Barnett, Collins, and Cotter.
- •Final squad will be revealed before the opener against New Zealand.
- 5:59 AMZero Tackle NRL — Kangaroos World Cup selection state of play: Props
"The Kangaroos are loaded in the middle, so who makes the cut?
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