Les Kiss names Harry McLaughlin-Phillips for South Africa Test
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Wallabies coach Les Kiss has selected 22-year-old Harry McLaughlin-Phillips for the upcoming Test against South Africa in Perth on September 28. Veterans James O’Connor and Bernard Foley have been asked to focus on Super Rugby before being reconsidered for national selection. McLaughlin-Phillips steps in following the injury to Carter Gordon, who is sidelined with a broken leg. Ben Donaldson and Declan Meredith remain in the squad after the recent series victory in Argentina. The match showcases a shift in the Wallabies' lineup as they prepare for a challenging opponent.
- •Harry McLaughlin-Phillips elevated for the Test in Perth.
- •James O’Connor and Bernard Foley must play Super Rugby first.
- •Carter Gordon is out with a broken leg.
- •Ben Donaldson and Declan Meredith stay in the squad.
- •Match against South Africa is on September 28.
- 5:22 AMThe Guardian Sport — Wallabies veterans miss out as Les Kiss selects new face for Springboks Test
"James O’Connor and Bernard Foley told to focus on Super Rugby Harry McLaughlin-Phillips named for South Africa clash in Perth Wallabies coach Les Kiss has praised the potential impact of veteran flyhalves James O’Connor and Bernard Foley, but called for them to play Super Rugby games before they will be considered for selection after elevating 22-year-old five eighth Harry McLaughlin-Phillips for the clash against South Africa in Perth in two weeks. Ben Donaldson and Declan Meredith have retained their places in the squad following the series victory in Argentina, but the broken leg suffered by Carter Gordon created a place at No 10. Continue reading...
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