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The Wallaroos will make just two changes to the side that beat hosts South Africa last week, as they prepare for their final match of the year against Scotland – with the WXV 2 title on the line.
The match is set to be a special occasion in Wallaroos history – only a few weeks after James Slipper broke George Gregan’s longstanding Wallabies most-capped record, versatile forward Ashley Marsters is now set to break Liz Patu’s record as the most-capped Wallaroo, being named in the starting side for her 34th test match.
Since making her debut in 2014, Marsters has gone on to become one of the most versatile and valuable forwards for the Wallaroos, shifting within the forward pack frequently throughout her tenure.
Having featured at two World Cups – with an eye on a third next year – Marsters is finding herself in good company, with fellow team members Trillen Pomare and captain Michaela Leonard one and two caps behind her, respectively.
A lot sits on the line for the Wallaroos – they currently have three wins from three against Scotland, with their last clash being at the 2021 World Cup – which Australia won 14-12 in a thrilling encounter.
Both sides have changed a lot since that fixture, with the winner of this match taking home the WXV 2 title and all but guaranteeing their qualification for the Rugby World Cup in 2025.
Should the Wallaroos also win, it would mark the first time in their history that they would have won three-in-a-row.
Marsters headlines an unchanged starting pack, with Jo Yapp opting to make her changes on the bench in Sally Fuesaina and Alapeta Ngauamo being swapped in at the expense of Allana Sikimeti and Lydia Kavoa, which should change dynamics in the front row.
Faitala Moleka will retain her starting position at flyhalf alongside Layne Morgan, with Arabella McKenzie set to spend a longer stint on the sidelines. It highlights an unchanged backline, with Yapp opting for consistency to deliver results.
“It’s a fantastic achievement for Ash to become the most-capped Wallaroos player of all time, taking over from the experienced Liz Patu,” Yapp said in a press satatement.
“Our performances over the past fortnight have been positive but we’ll need to go to another level against Scotland this weekend.
“We want to step up and improve on our last performance and if we can play at our best we can finish the year on a strong note.”
Wallaroos Squad to face Scotland
1. Bridie O’Gorman (#180 – Sydney University) – 26 caps
2. Tania Naden (#197 – Uni-North Owls) – 18 caps
3. Eva Karpani (#171 – Onkaparinga) – 30 caps
4. Kaitlan Leaney (#179 – CSU Marlins) – 24 caps
5. Michaela Leonard (c) (#168 – Tuggeranong Vikings) – 31 caps
6. Siokapesi Palu (#194 – Rockdale Rangers) – 15 caps
7. Ashley Marsters (#117 – Booroondarra) – 33 caps
8. Tabua Tuinakauvadra (#200 – Tuggeranong Vikings) – 10 caps
9. Layne Morgan (#188 – Merewether Carlton) – 28 caps
10. Faitala Moleka (#199 – Blacktown Scorpions) – 14 caps
11. Desiree Miller (#204 – Eastern Suburbs) – 11 caps
12. Cecilia Smith (#190 – Leeton Dianas) – 17 caps
13. Georgina Friedrichs (#178 – Wests Bulldogs) – 28 caps
14. Maya Stewart (#196 – Nelson Bay Gropers) – 15 caps
15. Caitlyn Halse (#210 – Southern Districts) – 5 caps
Reserves
16. Tiarna Molloy (#191 – Inverell Highlanders) – 6 caps
17. Sally Fuesaina (#208 – Campbeltown Harlequins) – 3 caps
18. Alapeta Ngauamo (#215 – Wests Bulldogs) – 2 caps
19. Atasi Lafai (#161 – Campbelltown Harlequins) – 17 caps
20. Lucy Dinnen (#216 – Wanneroo) – 4 caps
21. Samantha Wood (Kalamunda District) – 4 caps
22. Trilleen Pomare (#155 – Wanneroo) – 32 caps
23. Lori Cramer (#172 – University of Queensland) – 26 caps
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