Wallabies' Tate McDermott Out Long-Term After Bledisloe Hamstring Surgery

Tate McDermott, a key player for the Australian Wallabies, sustained a severe hamstring injury during a Bledisloe Cup loss to New Zealand, requiring surgery and an extended recovery period that will sideline him for the rest of 2025, including the Rugby Championship finale and the end-of-season tour. His absence is a significant setback for the Wallabies, who are trying to improve their world ranking ahead of the 2027 World Cup and are currently seventh in the world. Jake Gordon is expected to return from his own hamstring injury to replace McDermott, with Ryan Lonergan likely to earn his second cap off the bench and Nic White coming out of retirement again to support the team. Despite recent struggles and injuries, the Wallabies remain optimistic about their chances, aiming to end a decade-long Rugby Championship title drought with a win over New Zealand and hoping to perform well on their upcoming tour of Japan and Europe. Team morale remains positive, with players emphasizing accountability and the importance of fundamentals as they seek to close out tight games and secure victories. McDermott's recovery timeline is uncertain, but there is hope he will be fit for the 2026 Super Rugby season.