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The McReight stuff: How the Wallabies rated against Georgia

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20.07.2024

The Wallabies survived against Georgia and made it three from three under Joe Schmidt in the July Test series.

Some players shone, and stamped themselves as certain starters for the Wallabies’ against South Africa in the Rugby Championship opener next month. But others struggled and may have played themselves out of contention. Let’s take a look at the ratings.

Another strong outing for the young prop, this time in his starting debut. He worked hard in tight and scored a try. One of the Wallabies’ best finds of July. Kailea looks comfortable at this level.

Everyone in the front row gets points for a 100 per cent success rate at scrum time, but Pollard gets an extra nod for the 100 per cent lineout record, too. Busy all night and got a few runs in, too.

A captain’s knock from central casting from Allan Alaalatoa who led by example with eight carries, ten tackles and the calm leadership that kept the Wallabies on track.

Allan Alaalatoa charges ahead.Credit: Getty Images

After being one of the most reliable performers last year, Frost has been overlooked for the first two Tests under Schmidt.

It was odd, and Frost showed why in a strong effort against Georgia. Along with solid set-piece work, Frost stuck his hand up for the physical stuff too, and equalled Tom........

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