The Wallaroos, led by Siokapesi Palu, are set to take on Fiji Women in the Women's Internationals clash as they compete for the inaugural Vuvale Bowl trophy in Suva, Fiji, this Saturday.
The Vuvale Bowl trophy marks a historic moment in women's rugby and symbolises the growing bond between the two Pacific nations, Australia and Fiji.
Coach Jo Yapp confirmed the Wallaroos side for the Test match against Fiji Women's XV. Six potential debutants, including Sevens stars Charlotte Caslick and Tia Hinds, have been named in the 23-player squad.
Emily Chancellor and Bree-Anna Browne have returned to the squad after a knee injury kept the two stars on the sidelines last year.
The Wallaroos last played in October 2024, where they clinched the WXV 2 title, beating Scotland 31-22 and securing qualification for the 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England, in August.
On the other hand, Fiji Women last played an international test in September 2024, where they lost 12-10 to the Netherlands. They will hope to use the experience of facing Australia XV in the build up to the World Cup.
While this will be the Wallaroos' first outing on Fijian soil, they have played them thrice on home soil, winning all of them and hold a 3-0 record.
The Sporting News is on hand to bring you all the latest TV, scheduling, and live streaming information ahead of this match.
How to watch Wallaroos vs. Fiji Women: TV channel, free live stream
Free-to-air channel: Nine Entertainment
Live stream: Stan Sport
The Wallaroos vs. Fiji Women match can be streamed on Stan Sport ad-free and Nine Entertainment for free.
Wallaroos vs. Fiji Women start time
This match takes place at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, Fiji, and kicks off on Saturday, May 3 at 5:00 p.m. local time (Fiji Time).
Here's how that time translates to different Australian time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Sat, May 3 | 3:00 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Sat, May 3 | 2:30 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Sat, May 3 | 1:00 p.m. |
Wallaroos vs. Fiji Women team list
| Wallaroos team list | Fiji Women team list |
1. Bree-Anna Browne 2. Katalina Amosa 3. Faliki Pohiva 4. Michaela Leonard 5. Tiarah Minns 6. Siokapesi Palu (c) 7. Ashley Marsters 8. Tabua Tuinakauvadra 9. Layne Morgan 10. Faitala Moleka 11 .Desiree Miller 12. Cecilia Smith 13. Bienne Terita 14. Maya Stewart 15. Caitlyn Halse 16. Tania Naden 17. Martha Fua 18. Eva Karpani 19. Ashley Fernandez 20. Emily Chancellor 21. Tia Hinds (Randwick) 22. Trilleen Pomare 23. Charlotte Caslick | 1. Salanieta Buli 2. Keleni Marawa 3. Ana Korovata 4. Jade Coates 5. Mereoni Nakesa 6. Alfreda Fisher (c) 7. Salaseini Railumu 8. Rusila Nagasau 9. Kolora Lomani 10. Salanieta Kinita 11. Alowesi Nakoci 12. Josivini Tuikilakila 13. Vani Arei 14. Repeka Tove 15. Luisa Tisolo 16. Bitila Tawake 17. Lavenia Nauga-Grey 18. Tiana Robanakadavu 19. Merevesi Ofakimalino 20. Karalaini Naisewa 21. Setaita Railumu 22. Ema Adivitaloga 23. Atelaite Buna |
Wallaroos schedule 2025
Here's the schedule for the Wallaroos' next five matches:
| Date | Game | Time (AEST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, May 3 | at Fiji Women (Women's Int'ls) | 3:00 p.m. | HFC Bank Stadium |
| Sat, May 10 | vs. New Zealand Women (Pacific Four Series) | 3:00 p.m. | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| Sat, May 17 | vs. USA Women (Pacific Four Series) | 4:55 p.m. | GIO Stadium |
| Fri, May 23 | vs. Canada Women (Pacific Four Series) | 4:55 p.m. | Suncorp Stadium |
| Sat, Jul 12 | at New Zealand Women (Women's Int'ls) | 2:30 p.m. | Sky Stadium |
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