Wallabies Boosted by Alaalatoa, Samu Returns for Argentina Tests

The Wallabies have named a 36-player squad for the upcoming Rugby Championship Tests against Argentina, featuring the return of experienced prop Allan Alaalatoa and flyhalf Tom Lynagh from injury. New South Wales Waratahs recruit Pete Samu has also rejoined the team for the first time since 2023, replacing Langi Gleeson, who is sidelined with a heel injury. The squad faces significant injury challenges, with key players such as winger Tom Wright, Ben Donaldson, Dylan Pietsch, and lock Will Skelton unavailable; Skelton has returned to his French club La Rochelle, with his future availability under discussion. Other returning players include winger Harry Potter, captain Harry Wilson, and James Slipper, while new inclusions like Josh Canham, Filipo Daugunu, and Hamish Stewart fill gaps left by injuries. Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt emphasized the team's depth and preparedness despite the attritional South Africa tour, acknowledging Argentina's strong form after their wins over the British & Irish Lions and New Zealand. The Wallabies will play Argentina in Townsville on September 6 and Sydney on September 13, aiming to build on their recent historic victory over South Africa.