Tane Edmed Starts Fly-Half as Australia Faces England at Allianz Stadium

Tane Edmed has been named to start at fly-half for Australia in their upcoming match against England at Twickenham, as Carter Gordon remains sidelined with a quad strain. Australia faces challenges due to the absence of several key European-based players, including James O'Connor, Will Skelton, and Len Ikitau, as the match falls outside the official international window. Despite these setbacks, coach Joe Schmidt has included experienced players such as tighthead prop Taniela Tupou and captain Harry Wilson, aiming to field a competitive side. The Wallabies, ranked seventh globally, are seeking back-to-back wins against England for the first time in 16 years and come off a narrow 19-15 victory over Japan. The squad features a mix of returning players and promising talent, with Schmidt expressing confidence despite criticisms about the team's undermanned status compared to a full-strength England side. The match is part of a demanding schedule for Australia, with additional fixtures against Italy, Ireland, and France planned for the autumn.