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Wallabies make changes for Argentina Test as Suaalii on bench

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 11:51 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Wallabies make changes for Argentina Test as Suaalii on bench
Summary

The Wallabies will face Argentina in Jujuy this weekend, with significant changes to the squad. Coach Les Kiss has omitted captain Harry Wilson from the lineup entirely and benched high-profile recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii as he looks to strengthen the team's depth ahead of the World Cup. Allan Alaalatoa will lead the team in Wilson's absence, with Rob Valetini filling the No 8 position.

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  • •Wallabies set to play Argentina on August 30 in Jujuy.
  • •Harry Wilson is rested and will not participate in the match.
  • •Allan Alaalatoa appointed captain for the sixth time.
  • •Rob Valetini replaces Wilson at No 8 in the starting lineup.
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  • 11:51 PMThe Guardian Sport — Wallabies rotate forwards for Argentina Test as Suaalii settles for place on bench
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Captain Harry Wilson left out of team entirely for clash in Jujuy Reshaped pack ‘worthwhile exploring’, says coach Les Kiss Coach Les Kiss has left out captain Harry Wilson and high-profile recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii from the Wallabies XV to play Argentina in Jujuy this weekend as he seeks to develop more depth in the squad ahead of next year’s World Cup. Tighthead prop Allan Alaalatoa will captain the side for the sixth time in the absence of Wilson who, having been rested entirely, will be replaced in the starting line-up at No 8 by Rob Valetini. Continue reading...

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