Naivalu included on Wallabies extended bench

Fiji-born wing Sefanaia Naivalu has been included on the Wallabies extended bench for his potential test debut against South Africa, making him Wallaby number 900. 

Naivalu became eligible to represent Australia on September 18 having played three years of Super Rugby with the Melbourne Rebels.

The 24-year-old has been chosen ahead of his friendly Fijian rival Henry Speight.

Naivalu says he is ready to play and give his best.

Tevita Kuridrani has once again been listed on the Wallabies extended bench as Samu Kerevi continues to beat him for the number 13 jersey.

Meanwhile, Sean McMahon will start at number 8 for the injured David Pocock who has been ruled out of the remainder of the Rugby Championship after breaking his hand against Argentina two weeks ago.

The Springboks will host the Wallabies at 3.05am Sunday while the Pumas will host the All Blacks at 10.10am Sunday.

WALLABIES TEAM

1. Scott Sio

2. Stephen Moore (c)

3. Sekope Kepu

4. Adam Coleman

5. Rob Simmons

6. Dean Mumm

7. Michael Hooper

8. Sean McMahon

9. Will Genia

10. Quade Cooper

11. Reece Hodge

12. Bernard Foley

13. Samu Kerevi

14. Dane Haylett‑Petty

15. Israel Folau

RESERVES

(One to be omitted)

16. James Hanson

17. James Slipper

18. Tom Robertson

19. Kane Douglas

20. Scott Fardy

21. Lopeti Timani

22. Nick Phipps

23. Tevita Kuridrani

24. Sefa Naivalu

Source: ARU Rugby