Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt commended his team's determination despite their eight-point loss against South Africa. Meanwhile The Wallaroos have defeated Samoa 73-0 in their opening Rugby World Cup match in Salford.
Breakdown
- Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt praised his team's grit despite an eight-point loss to South Africa.
- Australia's performance was affected by early injuries to Tom Wright, Nick White, and Joseph Suolii. 8s
- Schmidt noted that the team scored three tries each with South Africa, showing belief despite destabilisation. 18s
- The Wallaroos began their Rugby World Cup campaign with a record 73-0 win over Samoa. 32s
- Desiree Miller scored a hat-trick, putting their next opponents, America, on notice. 36s