Wallaroos squad named for Scotland Test with Stewart back, Halse sidelined
Maya Stewart returns to the wing after an Achilles injury. Fullback Caitlyn Halse misses out due to concussion symptoms.
The Wallaroos announced their squad for Saturday's Test against Scotland at Sydney's Stadium Australia. The Wallaroos brought back experienced winger Maya Stewart, a 27-Test veteran, after she recovered from an Achilles tendon injury.
Stewart replaces injured fullback Caitlyn Halse, a 20-year-old ruled out with concussion symptoms. Desiree Miller moves from the wing to fullback to cover Halse's absence.
In the forwards, captain Siokapesi Palu Sekona and Pia Tapsell swap positions. Sekona moves to blindside flanker.
Tapsell moves to number eight. The squad also features returning players Eva Karpani and Cecilia Smith on the bench, along with new faces Allana Sikimeti and Piper Simons.
Saturday's match is historic. All four Australian national teams play on the same day.
That includes the women's and men's Test sides plus both sevens teams. The Wallabies face New Zealand in the Bledisloe Cup final.
- 27 Tests
- Stewart's Test experience
- 20 years old
- Halse's age
- Wallaroos won 30-10 in Edinburgh
- Previous Scotland result
- Sydney's Stadium Australia
- Venue
Why it mattersStewart's return adds experience to the Wallaroos' attack as they seek back-to-back wins over Scotland. The quadruple header shows Australian rugby's full strength on one day.
AustraliaAustralian rugby fans will see all four national teams in action at Stadium Australia on Saturday, a historic first. The Wallaroos are chasing their second consecutive win over Scotland.
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