Will Skelton, the towering force of Australian rugby, is on the brink of a dramatic Wallabies return for the climactic showdown with the All Blacks in Perth. After weather wreaked havoc on his playing schedule in France, Skelton finds himself with minimal game time but a crucial role to play in the Rugby Championship's final stages.
Skelton's season at La Rochelle has been disrupted, with only 35 minutes under his belt due to a rained-out match against Toulon last Sunday. Originally not slated for the final stages of the Championship, a twist in the tale sees him heading back to don the green and gold. "While Will Skelton was not expected to take part in the final stages of the Rugby Championship and the double confrontation against New Zealand, according to our information, he will finally return to Australia," reported French media.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has strategically held Skelton back from this weekend's game in Auckland, eyeing his inclusion for the October 4th battle in Perth. “
“Joe loves the guys to train on Mondays or Tuesdays, which is fair,”
Skelton shared in a discussion with Drew Mitchell and Matt Giteau on the KOKO Show. He highlighted the logistical challenges posed by his commitments in France, particularly with games scheduled right before international fixtures.
The Wallabies currently lead the Rugby Championship table with 11 points, narrowly edging out South Africa and New Zealand. Schmidt is keen on leveraging Skelton's prowess to clinch a title that hangs delicately in the balance. As the teams prepare for their upcoming encounters, the anticipation builds, not just for the fans but also for Skelton, who could play a pivotal role in deciding the Championship's fate.
Australia's game strategy against the formidable All Blacks might also include some psychological warfare, with a Wallabies great suggesting the need to "open a couple of fresh wounds." With stakes this high, the return of Skelton could not be more timely, as the Wallabies strive to secure supremacy in what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the Rugby Championship.
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Will Skelton, the towering force of Australian rugby, is on the brink of a dramatic Wallabies return for the climactic showdown with the All Blacks in Perth. After weather wreaked havoc on his playing schedule in France, Skelton finds himself with minimal game time but a crucial role to play in the Rugby Championship's final stages.
Skelton's season at La Rochelle has been disrupted, with only 35 minutes under his belt due to a rained-out match against Toulon last Sunday. Originally not slated for the final stages of the Championship, a twist in the tale sees him heading back to don the green and gold. "While Will Skelton was not expected to take part in the final stages of the Rugby Championship and the double confrontation against New Zealand, according to our information, he will finally return to Australia," reported French media.
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has strategically held Skelton back from this weekend's game in Auckland, eyeing his inclusion for the October 4th battle in Perth. “
“Joe loves the guys to train on Mondays or Tuesdays, which is fair,”
Skelton shared in a discussion with Drew Mitchell and Matt Giteau on the KOKO Show. He highlighted the logistical challenges posed by his commitments in France, particularly with games scheduled right before international fixtures.The Wallabies currently lead the Rugby Championship table with 11 points, narrowly edging out South Africa and New Zealand. Schmidt is keen on leveraging Skelton's prowess to clinch a title that hangs delicately in the balance. As the teams prepare for their upcoming encounters, the anticipation builds, not just for the fans but also for Skelton, who could play a pivotal role in deciding the Championship's fate.
Australia's game strategy against the formidable All Blacks might also include some psychological warfare, with a Wallabies great suggesting the need to "open a couple of fresh wounds." With stakes this high, the return of Skelton could not be more timely, as the Wallabies strive to secure supremacy in what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the Rugby Championship.