Sam Walker debuts for Kangaroos as halfback role remains contested
Coach Kevin Walters won't commit to either Walker or Tom Dearden as the World Cup halfback.
Walker played halfback in Australia's 36-22 World Cup win over Fiji last Sunday. Munster, the established five-eighth, rested for this match.
Coach Kevin Walters is undecided between Walker and Tom Dearden for the halfback role in the World Cup finals. Walker and Dearden have both played alongside Munster in State of Origin.
Walker's contract with the Roosters expires November 1, making him eligible as a free agent. The Roosters want to keep him, but he could seek higher pay elsewhere.
After the match, Walker said his manager is negotiating his contract while his focus is Australia.
- Australia 36, Fiji 22
- Match score
- Suncorp Stadium
- Match venue
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- Injured halves
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- State of Origin winner
Why it mattersAustralia's World Cup hopes depend on the halfback choice; the contract decision affects the Roosters.
AustraliaAustralian rugby league fans await the halfback decision; the Roosters face losing Walker to free agency if talks fail.
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