Tedesco back after three years

James Tedesco has been recalled to captain Australia in his first Kangaroos Test since 2023. He will play fullback against Fiji in Brisbane on Sunday night.

Last cap ended in shock loss

Tedesco's previous Test was the two thousand twenty-three Pacific Championship final, when he led Australia to a thirty zero loss to New Zealand.

Tedesco replaces Walsh as captain

Tedesco replaces Reece Walsh, who played fullback in Australia's Rugby League World Cup opening win over New Zealand. Walsh scored a long-range solo try and made a try-saving tackle.

Walters rotates squad with four debutants

Coach Kevin Walters named four debutants in the twenty-three-strong squad. Halfback Sam Walker, centre Bradman Best, hooker Blayke Brailey and back rower David Fifita will all start.

Walker and Dearden compete for seven jersey

Sam Walker's debut doubles as a play-off with halves partner Tom Dearden. Both are vying to replace injured Mitchell Moses in the seven jersey for the rest of the campaign.

Tedesco praises Walsh's attitude

Tedesco, thirty-three, said of Walsh: "He was great all week, asking for advice, but it's not a competition. I've got an opportunity and all I can do is make the most of it."

“He was great all week, asking for advice, but it's not a competition.”

Jillaroos name debutants for England

The Jillaroos named two debutants for their Women's Rugby League World Cup clash with England on Saturday night in Perth. Sariah Paki and Makenzie Weale will make their debuts.