The Wallabies' opening Test of 2024 is just under three months away as players look to press their claims.
July 6 will mark Joe Schmidt's first game in charge as the Wallabies take on Wales in Sydney.
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With the regular season halfway completed, Rugby.com.au presents 'Wallaby Watch' - breaking down positional groups ahead of the Test season, continuing with the back row.
It will be broken into two sections: players selected at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and those looking to break into the squad in 2024.
Hooper has been consistent for the Brumbies in 2024 as he swaps between the second and back row.
His versatility is a huge asset and if he can take the Brumbies deep, he will press his claims once again
Valetini as the defending John Eales Medalist is one of the surest picks under Joe Schmidt in 2024 if fit.
The Brumby’s form has translated well in 2024 as he bumps defenders across the competition.
Kemeny has returned strong after missing close to a month with injury.
The Rebel is set to head overseas to England and will be eager to add to his two caps off the bench
Leota is another that has struggled with injury in 2024, returning last week after a calf complaint.
The Rebels skipper will be looking to inspire the club to their first finals appearance.
McReight has been one of the Reds best this year before his two match suspension for a high tackle.
He has established himself as one of the best sevens in Super Rugby Pacific and is in the box seat to retain his Wallabies starting spot.
Gleeson has had a solid 2024 campaign after limited opportunities at the World Cup.
He started the majority of the games for the Waratahs, although faces significant competition at number eight to retain his spot in the side.
Cale has been the breakout star of 2024 for the Brumbies
He leads the competition for lineout steals and his combination of size, strength and pace has been a real problem for the opposition.
Tizzano’s strong form for the Force has put him firmly on the radar for higher honours.
The flanker is a tireless worker who is a menace over the ball when given a split second to strike
Wilson has come in with a point to prove in 2024.
The backrower has found his best form under Les Kiss and will play a huge role in their push towards a title.
Wright has rocketed into contention off the back of the Reds’ strong form.
The backrower has played every minute for the Reds and in every minute has produced the type of form that got him selected for the Wallabies in
Hanigan has found new life at the Waratahs thanks to a brilliant 2024 season.
The cult hero backrower has impressed with his hard running and physical defence to put himself firmly in contention
Another Waratah with a real point to prove this year, Swinton has rocketed up the blindside flanker depth chart.
The blonde hair basher has been at his brilliant best for the Waratahs, going out with a bang before his departure to France
Gamble rounds out the Waratahs trio who have been a real shining point of the Waratahs season.
The Kiwi turned Aussie was on the radar under Dave Rennie and will contend under another Kiwi in Joe Schmidt.
