Category: 6. Sports

NEW DELHI:

India could be banned from world football for the second time in three years after FIFA and the Asian governing body demanded it implement a new constitution by October 30 or risk suspension.

World governing body FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) sent a joint letter to the All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey expressing “profound concern” at the continued failure to finalise and adopt the constitution.

“Failure to meet this schedule will leave us with no alternative but to refer the matter to the relevant FIFA decision-making body for consideration and decision,” said the letter, seen by AFP.

“AIFF must regard this communication as binding and requiring immediate compliance in order to safeguard its rights as a member of FIFA and the AFC,” it added.

The AIFF constitution has been in India’s Supreme Court awaiting a decision since 2017.

A suspension would mean India national teams and clubs being barred from all international competitions.

FIFA previously suspended India in August 2022 for third-party influence after the Supreme Court appointed a committee of administrators to run the AIFF.

The ban was lifted a few days later, paving the way for the AIFF to elect Chaubey.

India’s top-flight club football is currently in disarray.

The Indian Super League (ISL) could fold over a dispute between the AIFF and its commercial partner.

This season’s ISL kickoff has been delayed with thousands of players and staff in danger of losing their jobs.

A rights agreement between the AIFF and the company that runs the ISL, Football Sports Development Limited, ends on December 8 and is yet to be renewed. 

The AIFF has been unable to come up with a revival plan for the ISL, which is usually played between September and April.

Players union FIFPRO Asia/Oceania raised the issue with FIFA last week.

Can you believe it’s already been a year since the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games?

Every day was magical. Around 4,400 athletes from a record 169 delegations lit up the City of Light, performing in front of electrifying crowds and showcasing the very best of Para sport. With over 500 medal events across 22 sports, the Games were packed with unforgettable moments, from athletic feats and historic firsts to a heart-warming proposal.

Join us as we relive some of the most memorable highlights to celebrate the first anniversary of Paris 2024. 

 

 

A stunning Opening Ceremony in the heart of Paris

The Opening Ceremony was a dream come true. For the first time in Paralympic history, the Ceremony was held outside a stadium—marking the beginning of the first Paralympic Games ever hosted in France. Athletes from around the world paraded through the iconic Place de la Concorde and along the Champs-Elysées, cheered on by thousands of fans waving flags and celebrating the spirit of Para sport.

 

Led by flagbearers Nantenin Keita and Alexis Hanquinquant, the French delegation made a memorable entrance to the tune of “Champs-Elysées.” The Ceremony dazzled with fireworks, music, and dance performances, and even featured a tour of Paris by French Paralympic hero Théo Curin, who drove a Phryge taxi—a red car adorned with hundreds of Paralympic mascots.

The Paralympic cauldron was lit by five French Paralympians: Hanquinquant, Keita, Charles-Antoine Kouakou, Fabien Lamirault, and Elodie Lorandi.

Read more about the Opening Ceremony and what the athletes had to say

 

 

Day 1: First gold of Paris 2024 and a historic first

The first day of competition saw Para athletes take centre stage in front of a packed crowd, which included Hollywood action star Jackie Chan and former Liverpool FC manager Jurgen Klopp, who came to support his friend and Para badminton player Wojtek Czyz.

Dutch Para cyclist Caroline Groot claimed the first gold medal of the Games, winning the women’s 500m time trial C4-5 at the Vélodrome National de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines.

 

Later in the day, history was made on the Para taekwondo mat at the Grand Palais. Zakia Khudadadi earned bronze in the women’s K44 -47kg event, becoming the first athlete from the Refugee Paralympic Team to win a medal at the Games.

“I am so, so happy today. For me, this medal is a dream,” Khudadadi said. “Today I am in a dream.”

 

Read the Day 1 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 2: Love is in the air… and medals

After much anticipation, Para athletics kicked off on the iconic purple track at the Stade de France. Brazil’s Julio Cesar Agripino dos Santos and Tunisia’s Raoua Tlili were among the gold medallists on the first day of competition.

In shooting Para sport, India’s Avani Lekhara successfully defended her women’s 10m air rifle standing title, setting a new Paralympic record in the process. Having made history as India’s first-ever female Paralympic gold medallist at Tokyo 2020, Lekhara continued her winning streak—this time sharing the podium with teammate Mona Agarwal, who claimed bronze.

 

At the Grand Palais, Para taekwondo pioneer Lisa Kjaer closed out her storied career with a victory. She celebrated on the podium after defeating Cameroon’s Marie Antoinnette Dassi in the bronze medal match of the women’s K44 –65kg event.

And who can forget a heart-warming proposal? Brazilian Para badminton player Rogerio Junior Xavier de Oliveira proposed to sitting volleyball player Edwarda Dias de Oliveira after his match at the Porte de la Chapelle Arena. Holding a sign that read “Edwarda, Will You Marry Me?”, he got down on one knee with a ring box.

One year later, the couple are training together to compete in Para badminton’s mixed doubles event at the LA28 Paralympic Games.

 

Read the Day 2 medal highlights and big moments 

 

Day 3: Proving there are no limits 

Great Britain’s Jodie Grinham won bronze in the Para archery women’s individual compound open while 28 weeks pregnant. Competing against teammate Phoebe Paterson Pine, Grinham shared that she felt her baby kick. 

 

On the shooting range, Iran’s Sareh Javanmardi claimed her third women’s 10m air pistol SH1 gold. Jinho Park of the Republic of Korea won the men’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 final, adding a gold to his collection of silver and bronze from Tokyo 2020. 

The Para table tennis competition featured a new event on Day 3, with China’s Mao Jingdian and Zhao Shuai becoming the first-ever mixed doubles champions, winning the XD17 competition. They faced compatriots Peng Weinan and Xiong Guiyan in the final in what was another strong day for China at the South Paris Arena. 

 

Read the Day 3 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 4: Making waves 

The final day of Para rowing delivered five gold medals, including a historic win for Australia’s Jed Altschwager and Nikki Ayers in the mixed double sculls – PR3Mix2x, a newly introduced event. For Altschwager, Paris 2024 marked his Paralympic debut and the new format helped him soar straight to the top of the podium with Ayers. 

Lauren Rowles became a three-time Paralympic gold medallist on what was an outstanding day on the water for Great Britain. Along with Gregg Stevenson, Rowles won gold in the mixed double sculls PR2 by passing China in the last 100 metres. Moran Samuel of Israel finished ahead of Birgit Skarstein in a tightly contested women’s single sculls PR1 final to claim her first Paralympic title. 

 

The first boccia medals were also awarded on Day 4, with men and women competing separately in individual events for the first time at a Games. Portugal’s Cristina Goncalves earned her first gold since Athens 2004, defeating Republic of Korea’s Soyeong Jeong in the women’s individual BC2 final. Thailand’s Worawut Saengampa took gold in the men’s BC2 event. 

In Para archery, icon Matt Stutzman finally captured his first gold medal. He shared his hopes that archers without arms would be inspired to follow in his footsteps. 

 

Read the Day 4 medal highlights and big moments 

 

 

Day 5: Para triathlon and big day for hosts

Para triathlon stars took to the spotlight on Day 5. Home hero Alexis Hanquinquant received a rockstar reception from fans and proved he is the ultimate showman, winning gold in the men’s PTS4 event. The men’s PTS2 was won by France’s Jules Ribstein, while Spain’s Daniel Molina won the PTS3 gold in his return to the Paralympic Games for the first time since Athens 2004.

Three years after being beaten by just a second in the women’s PTWC race at Tokyo 2020, Australia’s Lauren Parker won her maiden gold by dominating the field in Paris. She also won two medals in Para cycling at Paris 2024, her second Games.

 

 

On the boccia court, Aurelie Aubert captured France’s first-ever Paralympic medal in the sport after beating Singapore’s Jeralyn Tan in the women’s individual BC1 event. Her smile and tearful embrace with her coach was carried on news bulletins across the host country.

Day 5 also brought more unforgettable firsts. Japan’s wheelchair rugby team had a fairytale ending, defeating rivals USA in the final to capture their first Paralympic gold. At the Stade de France, Ongiou Timeon made history as the first athlete to represent Kiribati, competing in the men’s shot put F11.

Mariam Eniola Bolaji clinched bronze in the women’s Para badminton SL3 event. She became the first athlete from Africa to win a badminton medal at either the Paralympics or the Olympics.

 

Read the Day 5 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 6: More sports join the spotlight

Day 6 welcomed more sports into the Paris 2024 spotlight. Para equestrian competition got underway at the stunning Chateau de Versailles. Competing at her fifth Paralympics, Rebecca Hart won her long-awaited first gold aboard Florantina in the individual Grade III event. Team USA’s Fiona Howard topped the podium in Grade II, while Latvia’s Rihards Snikus upgraded his Tokyo 2020 silver to gold in Grade I.

 

Wheelchair fencing also started at the Grand Palais. Thailand’s Saysunee Jana won the women’s sabre category B gold, beating world champion Xiao Rong by a single point. While this was her first Paralympic gold since 2012, Jana topped the podium two more times in Paris.

At the Stade de France, world records continued to fall. Australia’s James Turner won the men’s 400m T36 final in 51.54 seconds. Brazil’s Yeltsin Jacques also won the men’s 1500m T11 final with a time of 3:55.82.

 

Read the Day 6 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 7: Celebrating milestones

US Para swimming legend Jessica Long reached a major milestone, winning her 30th Paralympic medal with gold in the women’s 400m freestyle S8. She has now won at least one gold medal at every Paralympic Games since Athens 2004.

 

Dutch duo Sam Schröder and Niels Vink became the first wheelchair tennis champions of Paris 2024, winning in straight sets against Great Britain’s Andy Lapthorne and Gregory Slade to retain their quad doubles title. South Africa’s Donald Ramphadi and Lucas Sithole earned bronze, becoming Africa’s first-ever Paralympic medallists in wheelchair tennis.

At the Esplanade des Invalides, India’s Harvinder Singh made history by winning gold in the men’s individual recurve open event, India’s first-ever Paralympic archery gold. Meanwhile, at the Porte de La Chapelle Arena, Jordan’s Omar Qarada claimed the first Para powerlifting gold of Paris 2024, lifting 181kg in the men’s -49kg division to defend his Tokyo 2020 title.

 

Read the Day 7 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 8: Drama on the court

Day 8 delivered thrilling team sport action and historic wins.

On the goalball court, Turkiye’s Sevda Altunoluk and Fatma Gul Guler each scored four goals to lead their team to an 8–3 victory over Israel in the women’s final, securing the gold medal. In the men’s final, Japan clinched their first-ever goalball medal, winning gold with a dramatic 4–3 overtime victory against Ukraine.

 

Blind football saw a stunning upset in the semifinals, as Argentina defeated Brazil in a penalty shootout, denying Brazil a sixth consecutive Paralympic gold. Osvaldo Fernandez scored the winning penalty at the Eiffel Tower Stadium, sealing Argentina’s historic triumph. 

At the Bercy Arena, Great Britain reached their first Paralympic men’s wheelchair basketball final since 1996, defeating Germany 71–43 in a commanding semifinal performance. 

 

Read the Day 8 medal highlights and big moments

 

 

Day 9: Couple goals and a medal rush

Day 9 was filled with emotional victories, record-breaking performances, and historic firsts. 

At the Stade de France, the golden couple of Paris 2024 stole the spotlight. USA’s Hunter Woodhall won his first Paralympic gold in the men’s 400m T62 final, finishing ahead of world record holder Johannes Floors of Germany. His triumph came just weeks after his wife, Tara Davis-Woodhall, won Olympic gold in the women’s long jump, also at the Stade de France.

 

Over at the North Paris Arena, Iran’s men’s sitting volleyball team continued their dominance, winning their eighth Paralympic title with a 3–1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina. Morteza Mehrzadselakjani led the team as the top scorer. 

 

In Para powerlifting, Malaysia’s Bonnie Bunyau Gustin smashed both the world and Paralympic records in the men’s –72kg event to secure gold. Nigeria’s Onyinyechi Mark made a stunning debut, winning the women’s –61kg category after breaking the world record twice in succession. 

Brazil’s most decorated women’s Para judoka, Alana Maldonado, claimed gold in the women’s –70kg J2 event, defeating China’s Wang Yue with an impressive ippon in the final. Meanwhile, at Roland Garros, Japan’s Yui Kamiji pulled off a thrilling three-set victory over favorite Diede de Groot of the Netherlands in the women’s wheelchair tennis singles—just a day after winning the doubles title.

 

Read the Day 9 medal highlights 

 

 

Day 10: A magical day and dreams come true

Under the dazzling lights of the Eiffel Tower, the French blind football team fulfilled their dream. In a dramatic gold medal match, Frédéric Villeroux scored the winning penalty in a shootout against Argentina after a 1–1 draw in regular time. Defending champions Brazil secured bronze by defeating Paralympic debutants Colombia. 

 

Team USA had a golden day in team sports, winning its third consecutive gold in both men’s wheelchair basketball and women’s sitting volleyball.

At La Défense Arena, Chinese Para swimmer Jiang Yuyan, nicknamed the “Flying Fish,” claimed her seventh gold medal of the Games in the women’s 100m backstroke S6 final, finishing ahead of reigning champion Ellie Marks of the USA. Jiang ended Paris 2024 as the most successful athlete of the Games.

At Roland Garros, Japan’s Tokito Oda became the youngest Paralympic champion in men’s singles at just 18 years old, defeating Great Britain’s Alfie Hewett in a thrilling three-set final. Argentina’s Gustavo Fernandez made history as South America’s first Paralympic wheelchair tennis medallist, beating Spain’s Martín de la Puente for bronze.

 

Read the Day 10 medal highlights 

 

 

Festival of fun brings unforgettable Games to a close

The Closing Ceremony on 8 September marked the end of a historic Games. But before the final celebration at Stade de France, athletes competed in the marathon, Para canoe, Para powerlifting, and women’s wheelchair basketball.

At Vaires-sur-Marne Stadium, Great Britain topped the Para canoe medals table with two golds and two silvers. Former Para swimmer Charlotte Henshaw won both the women’s va’a single 200m VL3 and successfully defended her title in the women’s kayak single 200m KL2.

 

 

In the final team event, the Netherlands came from behind to defeat the USA 63–49 in the women’s wheelchair basketball gold medal match.

Morocco celebrated a triple podium in the marathon, with Fatima Ezzahra El Idrissi setting a world record of 2:48.36 in the women’s T12 event. Swiss stars Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner won the men’s and women’s T54 marathons, respectively.

The Closing Ceremony was a joyful celebration filled with DJ music, fireworks, and dancing—despite the pouring rain. The Games came to a close in a picture-perfect moment as French boccia star Aurélie Aubert blew out the Paralympic flame. 

 

Read the Day 11 medal highlights 

Discover more about the Closing Ceremony and what the athletes had to say

 

 

From watching them against New Zealand, it’s clear to see that Spain are quick and fiery. Like Ireland, their backline is packed with Sevens players so that is going to be an intriguing battle.

Spain will be full of fight after losing to the Black Ferns, too. Nobody really expected them to beat New Zealand but they will be fired up to prove a point against Ireland.

And Ireland will not underestimate them. The 2021 World Cup qualifier and 2023 WXV3 game both went down to the wire, with a win apiece, so Ireland do not need reminding how competitive Spain can be in big games.

Finally, on the tournament as a whole so far, it is not hard to see why there is such a buzz around this World Cup.

England’s win over the United States set a new attendance record for a Women’s Rugby World Cup match with 42,723 fans. England showed why they are tournament favourites while Canada continued their exceptional form, which is even more impressive given their modest level of funding.

France did not exactly set the tournament alight in their win over Italy and while they are not short of world-class talent, I have reservations about them. Similarly, New Zealand did not make the same impression as England or Canada but I expect them to grow into the tournament and peak at the right time – perhaps ominously from an Irish point of view.

But Ireland have already made a significant impression on their World Cup return and if they replicate the intensity and work-rate they showed against Japan, they should have too much for Spain, setting them up nicely for that exciting reunion with the Black Ferns in Brighton on 7 September.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken a significant step toward nurturing the country’s cricketing future off the field as well, aiming to instill real‑world skills in junior players.

According to reports, the PCB will now cover the educational expenses of young cricketers in addition to funding their sporting development.

The initiative will see players from Under‑15 to Under‑19 levels enrolled in associated academies, where they will receive year‑round cricket training alongside formal education. The board has committed to bearing all associated costs, including school and college admissions as well as annual tuition fees.

Academies in Sialkot, Faisalabad, and Multan have been designated for this dual‑development program: Sialkot Academy for Under‑15 cricketers, Faisalabad for Under‑17 players, and Multan Academy for the Under‑19 category.

Selection for these centers will be based on performances in regional cricket.

In addition, the Karachi academy has been earmarked for activities of Pakistan’s women’s cricket team, the Shaheens, and the ‘A’ side, ensuring that national‑level players also benefit from a structured training environment.

The move is part of the PCB’s broader vision to provide a more holistic development path for young talent. By integrating education with cricket training, the board aims to ease the long‑standing dilemma faced by many aspiring cricketers who struggle to balance academic and sporting ambitions.

The PCB’s commitment to young players reflects a renewed focus on both grassroots development and the broader cricket culture in Pakistan. With a more educated talent pipeline, Pakistan cricket could reap rewards not only on the field but off it as well.

LAHORE:

Pakistan’s latest pace sensation Salman Mirza has vowed to take the fight to India’s explosive top order in the upcoming Asia Cup, declaring that he and his teammates are ready for the pressure of facing their fiercest rival.

The rivalry will carry extra edge following the recent military tensions between the two neighbours after a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, on the Indian side of Kashmir, earlier in May.

The cricketing clash is expected to be one of the most-watched events of the year.

Mirza in an exclusive interview with Telecom Asia Sport said:

“I’ll target India’s fiery top order.

Mirza, who burst onto the scene with Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League, says he relishes the chance to bowl against India’s batting stars.”

“A lot of us will be playing against India for the first time, and we know it’s a pressure game – but that’s where you learn and grow. I know they have a very aggressive and fiery top order.

“As a fast bowler, that’s exactly where I’ll focus. We are confident we can do well against India.”

The reigning world T20I champions, India, enter the Asia Cup as favourites. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the eight-time winners boast an aggressive batting line-up and a potent spin attack – a combination well-suited to the slow, turning surfaces of the UAE.

Mirza, however, was quick to stress that Pakistan’s focus cannot be solely on their arch-rivals.

“India’s matches grab all the attention, but Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are also strong teams. Our focus will be on every opponent, not just India.”

The 31-year-old pacer impressed on his debut T20I series in May, claiming seven wickets in Pakistan’s 2-1 defeat in Bangladesh. His nippy action and skiddy pace drew praise, though he was rested for the subsequent series in the USA against the West Indies.

Now recalled, Mirza will feature in a Sharjah tri-series against Afghanistan and hosts UAE. “It’s the perfect preparation before the Asia Cup,” he said. “Both Afghanistan and UAE know these conditions very well, so it will be highly competitive.”

Mirza also hailed Pakistan’s T20I captain, Salman Agha, for his calm and calculated approach.

“Salman is new to the job, but he’s wise and cool-headed. He doesn’t burden players with pressure during the match and resolves issues afterwards. These are his first two major tournaments, but he has a clear plan, and I’m sure he’ll succeed.”

The young quick is especially excited to join forces again with Pakistan’s pace spearheads. “Bowling with Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf is always special. I’ve done it with Lahore Qalandars in the PSL, and they’re very supportive. This will be another great chance to learn from them.”

Alcaraz currently leads their head-to-head nine to five, having won six of their last seven meetings. 

“Both at their top-level, I think Carlos probably has the edge. He has a little bit more variety, a little bit more fire power.

“I think Carlos’ only weakness is when he gets bored on court, and he gets a bit erratic and tries to win points in so many different ways that he gets a little bit impatient and he always wants to put on a show for the crowd.”

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Although it could appear that Sinner is trailing behind, Kokkinakis shared what he believes are the ingredients to the four-time major champion’s success and what gives him a competitive advantage against the world No.2. 

“I think Sinner is obviously an incredible player, but he is a little bit more mentally sort of stable, and you know what you’re going to get from him day-in, day-out. He’s not going to try as many crazy shots. He’s not really playing to impress the crowd as much. He’s just playing to try and win. 

“There are absolutely no weaknesses in Jannik’s game. He moves well on both sides. I’ve never seen someone sort of defend out of his backhand side like he does. He slides on hard courts like it’s nothing.”

There is no Slam quite like a home Slam – as many players who’ve either ridden the wave of support to unexpected glory, or crumbled under the weight of expectation before local crowds, can attest.

As first-round matches were completed at Flushing Meadows, American stars happily added to the tournament’s famously hyped atmosphere with winning starts.

Of the 23 American men in the 2025 main draw, 11 progressed to round two. Three of those victories came in all-American openers, highlighting pleasing depth in the men’s ranks.

While Madison Keys – the AO 2025 champion and No.6 seed in New York – suffered an upset loss to world No.82 Renata Zarazua, and Venus Williams’ comeback was thwarted by Karolina Muchova, nine of 25 American women advanced to the second round.

For fans hoping to see a homegrown champion in just under a fortnight, recent history provides encouraging signs.

Eight Western
Force players have been selected in the updated 36-player squad for the
upcoming Tests against Argentina as part of the 2025 Flight Centre Rugby
Championship.

The group is mostly consistent from the one that toured
South Africa over the past fortnight, with a small handful of changes due to
players returning from injury or replacing those who sustained injuries during
the last Two Tests.

Force winger Harry Potter, who’ll officially join the NSW
Waratahs later this year, is another who has recovered from injury to re-join
the squad, having spent time rehabbing a hamstring in recent weeks.

Filipo Daugunu and Hamish Stewart are also named, having
joined the side in South Africa following injuries to Dylan Pietsch and Ben
Donaldson.

Force forwards Nick Champion de Crespigny, Brandon
Paenga-Amosa, Tom Robertson, Carlo Tizzano and Jeremy Williams are all named,
along with backs Potter, Stewart and retiring scrum-half Nic White.

The squad will assemble in Townsville on Sunday before Tests
at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on September 6 at 12:30pm AWST, and at
Sydney’s Allianz Stadium on September 13 at 12:00pm AWST.

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt said: “While it’s disappointing
to lose some players in what was an attritional fortnight in South Africa,
we’re pleased to be able to lean into the squad depth that we’re trying to
create and welcome back some familiar faces to the group.

“Argentina have been in strong form this year with wins over
the British & Irish Lions and New Zealand and we know they’ll be very tough
to beat in Townsville.”

Wallabies squad for Tests against Argentina (Wallaby
number, first Australian Rugby club, Super Rugby Pacific club, Test caps)

Forwards (20)

Allan Alaalatoa (#896, West Harbour Juniors, ACT Brumbies,
83)

Angus Bell (#940, Hunters Hill Rugby Club, NSW Waratahs, 41)

Josh Canham (#987, Harlequin Junior Rugby Club, Queensland
Reds, 1)

Nick Champion De Crespigny (#991, Canberra Grammar School,
Western Force, 2)

Nick Frost (#953, Hornsby Lions, ACT Brumbies, 31)

Tom Hooper (#964, Bathurst Bulldogs, ACT Brumbies, 15)

Fraser McReight (#937, Albany Creek Brumbies, Queensland
Reds, 31)

Josh Nasser (#979, Easts Rugby (Brisbane), Queensland Reds,
6)

Zane Nonggorr (#966, Gold Coast Eagles, Queensland Reds, 14)

Brandon Paenga-Amosa (#918, Southern Districts, Western
Force, 23)

Billy Pollard (#958, Lindfield Junior Rugby Club, ACT
Brumbies, 12)

Tom Robertson (#898, Dubbo Kangaroos, Western Force, 34)

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto (#914, Randwick, Queensland Reds, 41)

Pete Samu (#920, Moorabbin Rams, NSW Waratahs, 33)

James Slipper (#843, Bond Pirates, ACT Brumbies, 148)

Carlo Tizzano (#982, University of Western Australia,
Western Force, 8)

Taniela Tupou (#917, Brothers Rugby (Brisbane), NSW
Waratahs, 61)

Rob Valetini (#929, Harlequin Junior Rugby Club, ACT
Brumbies, 54)

Jeremy Williams (#973, Wahroonga Tigers, Western Force, 16)

Harry Wilson (#933, Gunnedah Red Devils, Queensland Reds,
27)

Backs (16)

Filipo Daugunu (#931, Wests Bulldogs, Queensland Reds, 12)

Tane Edmed (#990, West Harbour Juniors, NSW Waratahs, 2)

Josh Flook (#972, Brothers Rugby, Queensland Reds, 4)

Len Ikitau (#944, Tuggeranong Vikings, ACT Brumbies, 45)

Max Jorgensen (#984, Balmain Wolves, NSW Waratahs, 13)

Andrew Kellaway (#943, Hunters Hill Rugby Club, NSW
Waratahs, 43)

Ryan Lonergan (uncapped, Tuggeranong Vikings, ACT Brumbies,
0)

Tom Lynagh (#977, University of Queensland, Queensland Reds,
6)

Tate McDermott (#936, Flinders Rugby Club, Queensland Reds,
47)

James O’Connor (#832, St Joseph’s College, Nudgee, Crusaders
(New Zealand), 66)

Hunter Paisami (#932, Harlequin Junior Rugby Club,
Queensland Reds, 31)

Harry Potter (#989, Moorabbin Rams, Western Force, 5)

Hamish Stewart (#986, Toowoomba Bears, Western Force, 2)

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii (#988, The Kings School, NSW Waratahs,
10)

Corey Toole (#992, Wagga Waratahs, ACT Brumbies, 1)

Nic White (#875, Maitland Blacks, Western Force, 75)

Unavailable for selection due to injury

Charlie Cale

Massimo De Lutiis

Ben Donaldson

Matt Faessler

Langi Gleeson

Jake Gordon

Noah Lolesio

Dylan Pietsch

Luke Reimer

Tom Wright

The
Flight Centre Rugby Championship

Wallabies v
Argentina at 12:30pm AWST on Saturday September 6 at Queensland Country Bank
Stadium, Townsville

Wallabies v
Argentina at 12:00pm AWST on Saturday September 13 at Allianz Stadium, Sydney