A surprise Wallabies recall for Kurtley Beale, 37, for the Europe rugby tour
BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Kurtley Beale has been recalled for Australia's rugby Nations Championship tour to Europe, where the 37-year-old utility back may be considered for his first test in five years.Beale played the last of his 95 tests for the Wallabies against Wales at Cardiff in 2021.
Kurtley Beale, the 37-year-old utility back for Australia, has been unexpectedly recalled for the country's rugby Nations Championship tour to Europe. The veteran player, who last played for the Wallabies against Wales in 2021, may finally secure his first test match in five years. Beale was initially selected for the 2024 squad but had to withdraw due to an Achilles injury.
He was chosen to fill the vacancy left by regular midfielder Hunter Paisami, who is unable to participate in the upcoming tests against England, Scotland, and Wales. The Wallabies team departs for Europe on Saturday, and Beale's inclusion has generated considerable speculation about his potential inclusion in the upcoming World Cup squad.
Australia's head coach, Les Kiss, expressed his excitement about Beale's potential contributions, highlighting the veteran's 95 caps of test experience and his versatility across multiple backline positions. James Ramm and Kalani Thomas were also added to the touring group. The current coach, Les Kiss, led Australia to an unbeaten streak in his first six matches before the team suffered consecutive losses to New Zealand in Bledisloe Cup matches.
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