Reece Walsh signals interest in code switch to Wallabies
NRL star Reece Walsh signaled interest in joining the Wallabies at the 2031 Rugby World Cup.
The 24-year-old NRL fullback posted a photo at Ballymore stadium in front of Queensland Reds and Wallaroos logos, captioning it with "2031", a salute emoji and Australia's flag. Walsh plays for the Kangaroos in this year's Rugby League World Cup final against New Zealand on Sunday.
Reece Walsh's contract with the Brisbane Broncos runs until 2029, meaning he would be 29 when the rugby union World Cup kicks off in the United States. Other NRL players like Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, Mark Nawaqanitawase, Zac Lomax and Angus Crichton are already chasing Wallabies spots for next year's World Cup in Australia.
His Kangaroos teammate Cameron Murray has also flagged interest in a code switch when his South Sydney Rabbitohs contract ends in 2028.
- 24
- Walsh age
- 2029
- Broncos contract ends
- 29
- Walsh age at 2031 World Cup
- United States
- 2031 World Cup location
Why it mattersTop NRL talent openly considering rugby union shows the sport attracts league's best players, boosting the Wallabies' recruitment pipeline as they rebuild ahead of major tournaments.
AustraliaWalsh could strengthen the Wallabies with experienced NRL talent ahead of the 2031 World Cup in the US, a major boost for Australian rugby's international standing.
