We took a break, but now we’re back and there are plenty of lines in Round 3 of the Rugby Championship.
After a massive tour in South Africa, the Wallabies return home to host the high-flying Puma, who has done the job against the All Blacks in Buenos Aires.
Meanwhile, the All Blacks want to turn their fate to defend their 50 test streak at Eden Park when they host their biggest rivals in Springbok.
Get the latest team news below and watch the round three conflicts.
Saturday, September 6th
Australia vs. Argentina, Country Bank Stadium, Queensland, Townsville, 2:30pm (5:30pm NZST, 6:30am, RSA, 1:30am Arg)
Wallabys: Andrew Keraway, Max Jorgensen, Joesph Auguso Suarii, Len Ikitau, Corey Tour, Tom Linag, Nick, Nick White, Harry Wilson, Fraser McCreeit, Rob Barretini, Tom Hooper, Nick Frost, Taniera Tupou, Bill Robertson.
Alternatives: Their husband got off the pony: I got the ben of Naphta from Treshell, who worked in Japura.
Pumas: Joan Cruz Mallia, Martin Gonzalez, Pedro Rubiolo, Franco Molina, Joel Sclavi, Julian Montoya, Life in May.
Alternatives: Ignacio Lewis, Boris Wenger, Francisco Korea Marchetti, Guido Petty, Joaquin Oviedo, Agustin Moyana, Geronimo Priscianteri and Benjamin Elizalde.
Team News: Wallabies captains Harry Wilson and FlyHalftom Linag returned to the lineup after the injury, with Andrew Keraway being promoted to the starting side to take on the vacant fullback role following Tom Wright’s ACL injury. The Corey Tool holds his position as Filipo Daugunu moves to the bench. Meanwhile, Tom Hooper moved to Will Skelton’s absence, with Rob Valetini moving to Flanker and Wilson to No. 8. James O’Connor moves to the bench with Carlo Tizzano back to 23 and barely changing.
Felipe Contepomi made three changes to his lineup with Santiago Carreras after a great performance with the All Blacks in Buenos Aires in the absence of Tomos Arbonos. Meanwhile, the background was strengthened with Marcos Kremer returning with Pablo Matera shifting to No. 8. Joel Sclavi concludes the start change that moves to the tight head props. On the bench, seeing some changes for Boris Wenger to make his debut, Francisco Korea Marchetti was a front row replacement for his fellow members. Agustin Moyano, Geronimo Prisciantelli and Benjamin Elizalde conclude the bench.
prediction: There are plenty in the queue for Wallabies’ return to Australia after an impressive tour of South Africa. With the victory here, they get in touch with the top spots on the RC table and give the breathing chambers in the world’s rugby rankings, but it’s not easy with the losses of Tom Wright and Will Skeleton. Andrew Keraway offers safety to the back 3, but you’ll need to take the game to another level to match the explosiveness of the lights. Meanwhile, Tom Hooper offers strong ball-carrying options along with Rob Valletini and Harry Wilson. Meanwhile, Pumas has proven to be a vigilant team after shocking the All Black two weeks ago. Thomas Albornos’ losses hurt, but Santiago Carreras is a strong alternative to being a proven match winner with his kick accuracy. Given the size of the Puma, it could be a backrow fight and be determined by who is holding back their discipline.
Wallabies are 7
New Zealand vs South Africa, Eden Park, Auckland, 5pm (7pm NZST, 9am RSA, 4am Arg)
All Black people: Will Jordan, Emoni Narawa, Billy Proctor, Jody Barrett, Lieko Ione, Borden Barrett, Finlay Christie, Wallace Cititty, Ardy Saver, Simon Parker, Tupou Vaai, Scott Barrett, Fletcher Newell, Cody Taylor and Ethan de Groat.
Alternatives: Redonda Wakeho, children Williams, Tyrrell Lomax, Dehlensis
Springboks:
Alternatives:
Team News: Scott Robertson made five changes to his starting lineup and several more on the bench in a massive clash with Springbok. Sevu Reece gave way to Emoni Narawa, completing full performances of 23 people, giving way to Emoni Narawa while Finlay Christie began his first test last July. Fabian Holland finds himself on the bench and allows Tupou vaa’i to move from the blind flanker to the lock. Simon Parker will transfer to Flanker from No. 8, and Wallace Cititty will move to No. 8. Tyrell Lomax returns from injury, and open-side flanker Duplesis Kilifi are included on the bench.
prediction: