Wallaby number 939, Tom Wright will bring up his 50th cap for Australia on Saturday, named to start at fullback against Argentina in Mendoza.
Wright, who made his debut against New Zealand in 2020, will form a back three with Max Jorgensen and Filipo Daugunu who starts on the wing for the first time since last year’s Test against Ireland in Dublin.
Western Force playmaker Ben Donaldson has been selected to start at fyhalf in his first appearance in the gold 10 jersey since 2024, partnering Ryan Lonergan who will continue his streak starting every Test so far this season.
Captain Harry Wilson returns to lead the team, forming a familiar back row alongside last weekend’s man of the match Fraser McReight and two-time John Eales Medallist Rob Valetini.
Experienced props Angus Bell and Taniela Tupou are also back in the run on side, linking with Billy Pollard in the starting front row, while Jeremy Williams and Josh Canham will continue to build on their partnership as the two locks.
There’s also a change in the midfield, with Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to reignite their combination, having started together 16 times in the Wallabies last 25 Tests.
Hooker Josh Nasser and props Aidan Ross and Massimo De Lutiis will bring their Queensland connection to the replacement front row.
Their club teammate Lukhan Salakaia-Loto will feature in his second Test of 2026 as the substitute lock, while Charlie Cale will again provide further forward cover at Estadio Malvinas Argentinas.
24-year-old Kalani Thomas has been selected for his second Test as the replacement scrumhalf, with Carter Gordon and Isaac Henry rounding out the matchday 23 in Mendoza.
Wallabies Head Coach Les Kiss said: “After a physical Test last week, we’ve brought in some fresh bodies alongside some existing combinations as we continue to look to build Test experience across the group.
“We’re expecting a strong response from Argentina on Saturday and we know we will need to keep stepping up our game in all areas.”
- Angus Bell (56 Tests) - #940; Hunters Hill Rugby Club
- Billy Pollard (23 Tests) - #958; Lindfield Junior Rugby Club
- Taniela Tupou (72 Tests - #917; Brothers Rugby
- Josh Canham (7 Tests) - #987; Harlequin Junior Rugby Club
- Jeremy Williams (31 Tests) – #973; Wahroonga Tigers
- Rob Valetini (67 Tests) - #929; Harlequin Junior Rugby Club
- Fraser McReight (45 Tests) - #937; Albany Creek Brumbies
- Harry Wilson (41 Tests) - #933; Gunnedah Red Devils
- Ryan Lonergan (11 Tests) - #993; Tuggeranong Vikings
- Ben Donaldson (24 Tests) - #962; Clovelly Eagles
- Filipo Daugunu (23 Tests) - #931; Wests Bulldogs
- Len Ikitau (53 Tests) - #944; Tuggeranong Vikings
- Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii (23 Tests) - #988; The Kings School
- Max Jorgensen (26 Tests) - #984; Balmain Wolves
- Tom Wright (49 Tests) - #939; Clovelly Eagles Substitutes
- Josh Nasser (15 Tests) - #979; Easts Rugby (Brisbane)
- Aidan Ross (5 Tests) - #994; Bond University
- Massimo De Lutiis (2 Tests) - #1000; Surfers Paradise Dolphins
- Lukhan Salakaia-Loto (46 Tests) - #914; Randwick Rugby
- Charlie Cale (5 Tests) - #976; Beecroft Junior Rugby Club
- Kalani Thomas (1 Test) - #995; Springfield Hawks
- Carter Gordon (12 Tests) - #967; Sunshine Coast Grammar School
- Isaac Henry (3 Tests) - #999; Kenmore Bears
Wallabies 31 defeated by Ireland 33 on Saturday July 4 at Allianz Stadium, Sydney
Wallabies 26 defeated by France 42 on Saturday July 11 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
Wallabies 57 defeated Italy 10 on Saturday July 18 at HBF Park, Perth
Wallabies 35 defeated Japan 32 on Saturday August 8 at Hanazono Rugby Stadium, Higashi-Osaka
Wallabies 56 defeated Japan 17 on Saturday August 15 at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville
Wallabies 27 defeated Argentina 21 on Saturday August 29 at Estadio 23 de Agosto, San Salvador de Jujuy
Wallabies vs Argentina, 7:00am AEST on Sunday September 6 at Estádio Malvinas Argentinas, Mendoza
Wallabies vs South Africa, 5:30pm AWST on Sunday September 27 at Optus Stadium, Perth
Wallabies vs New Zealand, 5:10pm AEST on Saturday October 10 at Eden Park, Auckland
Wallabies vs New Zealand, 3:45pm AEST on Saturday October 17 at Accor Stadium, Sydney
Wallabies vs England, 2:10am AEDT on Monday November 9 at Allianz Stadium Twickenham, London
Wallabies vs Scotland, 2:10am AEDT on Monday November 16 at Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Wallabies vs Wales, 7:10am AEDT on Sunday November 22, Principality Stadium, Cardiff
Nations Championships Finals Weekend, Weekend starting November 27
