Samu called up to replace Valetini

Samu called up to replace Valetini

The Wallabies have confirmed a late change to their squad for Round Five of the Rugby Championship. Star back-rower Rob Valetini has been ruled out due to calf tightness and will not travel with the team to Auckland.

Head coach Joe Schmidt has called up experienced loose forward Pete Samu as Valetini’s replacement. Samu’s inclusion brings versatility and depth to the Australian pack as they prepare for another tough clash in New Zealand.

Valetini’s absence will be a blow for the Wallabies, with the No. 8 having been one of the side’s most consistent performers this season. All eyes will now be on Samu to step up in his return to international duty.



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