Fiji’s Samu Kerevi and Rob Valetini are set to celebrate their milestone 50th appearance in the Wallabies jersey when they take on Wales next week. Kerevi has been selected to play at inside centre, making one of six changes to the team that narrowly defeated England 42-37 in their last match.
Kerevi will team up with Len Ikitau in the centre, while Joseph Suaali’i, who has transitioned from rugby league, will start as a substitute. In the front row, Allan Alaalatoa steps in for Taniela Tupou. The lineup also sees Will Skelton return to commence at lock with Valetini moving to the number eight position. Langi Gleeson has been named as loose forward cover and Seru Uru will debut at blindside flanker.
Nic White will partner Noah Lolesio in the halfback positions. The match against Wales is scheduled for Monday at 4:10 am at the Principality Stadium.
The Wallabies’ lineup consists of: Angus Bell, Matt Faessler, Allan Alaalatoa (c), Nick Frost, Will Skelton, Seru Uru, Fraser McReight, Rob Valetini, Nic White, Noah Lolesio, Max Jorgensen, Samu Kerevi, Len Ikitau, Andrew Kellaway, and Tom Wright. The substitutes include Brandon Paenga-Amosa, James Slipper, Zane Nonggorr, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Langi Gleeson, Tate McDermott, Ben Donaldson, and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.
This upcoming game not only marks a personal achievement for Kerevi and Valetini but also offers a chance for the Wallabies to sharpen their skills and deliver a strong performance that could propel them forward in the competition. Such milestone matches often serve to inspire players, and fans can look forward to an exciting display of talent on the field.
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