Ospreys sign Liam Wright, former Australia captain, for new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 2:11 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Liam Wright has joined Ospreys after leaving Queensland Reds. The 28-year-old flanker captained Australia in a Test win against Wales in 2024 but has been sidelined for a year due to injuries. Wright aims to help replace departing players Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake. He expressed excitement about testing himself in a new environment and his potential eligibility to play for Wales next summer due to his Welsh heritage. Ospreys head coach Mark Jones emphasized Wright's leadership and experience as valuable assets for the team.
- •Liam Wright has signed a contract with Ospreys this summer.
- •He has not played for a year due to injuries.
- •Wright previously captained the Wallabies in 2024.
- •He connects with former teammate Ryan Smith at Ospreys.
- •Wright could be eligible for Wales' national team next summer.
- 2:11 PMYahoo Sports — Ospreys sign former Australia captain Wright
"The 28-year-old former Queensland Reds flanker joins Ospreys having not played in a year after being plagued by injuries.
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