Wallaroos Gear Up for Tough Test Against Dominant England Side
By Editor • September 11, 2026 • 1 min read
The Wallaroos are set to face a formidable challenge as they take on the reigning world champions, England, in the WXV Global Series Test this Sunday in Salford. With the Red Roses riding high on a 38-match winning streak, the Australians are seen as the clear underdogs.
Unyielding Confidence from the Wallaroos
Despite the odds stacked against them, the Wallaroos are approaching the match with a sense of determination and camaraderie. Winger Amelia Whitaker, who will make her Test debut, expressed her confidence, stating, "I think it will be a hard challenge, but I feel like we’ve really rallied together, so I think we’re up for the task." Fellow teammate Jemma Bemrose echoed this sentiment, acknowledging England's strong reputation but remaining unfazed.
England's Dominance in Women's Rugby
England's current status as the number one team in women's rugby is no accident. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has invested heavily in the women's game, providing full-time contracts to 32 players and committing £24 million over the next decade to the Premiership Women’s Rugby. Their success is evident, having recently clinched the Women’s Rugby World Cup on home soil and achieving record-breaking attendance during the tournament.
A Bright Future for Wallaroos
As Rugby Australia shifts the Wallaroos towards a full-time program ahead of the 2029 World Cup, they look to strengthen their competitive edge. Assistant coach Mike Ruthven believes that while England has set the benchmark, the Wallaroos have identified strategies to challenge them. "If we can deliver on the things we’ve talked about and compete really hard, stranger things have happened," he remarked.
Source: www.abc.net.au
