Wallabies Reshuffle Pack as Captain Wilson Returns for Argentina

The Wallabies will welcome back captain Harry Wilson for their Rugby Championship match against Argentina, prompting a reshuffle in the forward pack with Rob Valetini moving to blindside flanker and Tom Hooper stepping into the second row to replace the injured Will Skelton. Despite Lukhan Salakaia-Loto's strong performances, he remains sidelined with Nick Frost and Jeremy Williams preferred as cover. Andrew Kellaway is set to take over the fullback position following Tom Wright's season-ending ACL injury, allowing Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to continue his midfield partnership with Len Ikitau. Nic White, despite a recent failed Head Injury Assessment, is expected to retain the halfback role alongside James O’Connor, while Tom Lynagh will remain on the bench as he recovers from previous concussions. The Wallabies are preparing cautiously ahead of a challenging match against Argentina, who arrive buoyed by a historic win over New Zealand and are keen to break into the top six of the World Rugby rankings ahead of the 2027 World Cup seeding. Head coach Joe Schmidt aims to build on recent victories over the British and Irish Lions and South Africa as the team looks to regain its competitive edge after a prolonged decline in world standings.