James Slipper answers SOS for coach Joe Schmidt’s last three Wallabies Tests
Veteran prop James Slipper has come out of retirement to join the Wallabies for the Nations Championship Tests next month. The 37-year-old could become rugby’s second most-capped player, while three uncapped players are poised for their debuts against Ireland on July 4. Coach Joe Schmidt is seeking to solidify the team's World Cup prospects.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 01:30 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 01:40 UTC
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