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Australia Adjusts Rugby Lineup Ahead of England Match

Australia's rugby team makes four changes, moving Suaalii to wing and recalling Ikitau.

New York Editorial News Desk November 6, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Len Ikitau returns to the starting lineup.
  • Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is moved to the wing.
  • Four changes are made for the Nations Championship clash against England.

Australia's rugby team has made four changes to its starting lineup ahead of Sunday's Nations Championship match against England at Twickenham.

Among the adjustments, Len Ikitau has been recalled to the starting XV, replacing Isaac Henry.

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been moved from his previous position to the wing in the new formation.

The team's starting lineup includes Tom Wright at fullback, Max Jorgensen at fly-half, and Isaac Henry at centre.

Replacements for the match include Josh Nasser, Isaac Kailea, Taniela Tupou, Rob Valetini, Carlo Tizzano, Tate McDermott, Ben Donaldson, and Filipo Daugunu.

The updated squad is set to face England in a highly anticipated Nations Championship encounter.

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