Overview Wales are set to face Australia in a crucial rugby match this Saturday at Ballymore, Brisbane. This game is pivotal as both teams prepare for the upcoming Rugby World Cup. Australia, ranked sixth globally, are the favorites, while Wales aim for their first victory under coach Sean Lynn.

Team News Australia has made six changes following a recent loss to New Zealand. Emily Chancellor steps in as captain, replacing the injured Siokapesi Palu. Notable changes include Ashley Marsters becoming the Wallaroos' most capped player and new faces on the bench.

Wales also sees changes, with Alex Callender leading the team for the first time. Key players like Sisilia Tuipulotu return from injury, adding strength to the squad.

View from the Camps Jo Yapp, Australia's head coach, emphasized the importance of these matches for team preparation and player opportunities. Sean Lynn, Wales' head coach, highlighted the match as a significant test and a step towards World Cup readiness.

Match Stats

• Australia ranks sixth; Wales is tenth.
• Wales have won only one of their last seven games.
• Australia has won seven of the last eight encounters with Wales.

Line-ups Australia: Caitlyn Halse; Waiaria Ellis, Georgina Friedrichs, Trilleen Pomare, Desiree Miller; Tia Hinds, Layne Morgan; Lydia Kavoa, Katalina Amosa, Bridie O'Gorman, Kaitlan Leaney, Annabelle Codey, Emily Chancellor (capt), Ashley Marsters, Layne Morgan. Replacements: Tania Naden, Bree-Anna Browne, Asoiva (Eva) Karpani, Ashley Fernandez, Piper Duck, Samantha Wood, Cecilia Smith, Lori Cramer.

Wales: Nel Metcalfe, Jasmine Joyce, Hannah Dallavalle, Courtney Keight, Lisa Neumann, Lleucu George, Keira Bevan; Maisie Davies, Kelsey Jones, Donna Rose, Alaw Pyrs, Gwen Crabb, Georgia Evans, Bethan Lewis, Alex Callender (captain). Replacements: Molly Reardon, Katherine Baverstock, Sisilia Tuipulotu, Tilly Vucaj, Bryonie King, Seren Lockwood, Kayleigh Powell, Carys Cox.