Australia vs Fiji Preview & Prediction | 2025 Mid-Year Internationals
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Australia prepare for the Lions by facing a Fiji side who memorably defeated them at the World Cup in 2023.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports / US – Not televised
How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / US – Cannot be streamed
Australia team news
Squad: 1. James Slipper, 2. David Porecki, 3. Allan Alaalatoa, 4. Nick Frost, 5. Jeremy Williams, 6. Langi Gleeson, 7. Fraser McReight, 8. Harry Wilson (c), 9. Tate McDermott, 10. Noah Lolesio, 11. Max Jorgensen, 12. Len Ikitau, 13. Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, 14. Harry Potter, 15. Tom Wright
Replacements: 16. Billy Pollard, 17. Angus Bell, 18. Zane Nonggorr, 19. Tom Hooper, 20. Carlo Tizzano, 21. Nic White, 22. Ben Donaldson, 23. Filipo Daugunu
Fiji team news
Squad: 1. Eroni Mawi, 2. Tevita Ikanivere (capt), 3. Peni Ravai, 4. Isoa Nasilasila, 5. Temo Mayanavanua, 6. Lekima Tagitagivalu, 7. Elia Canakaivata, 8. Bill Mata, 9. Simione Kuruvoli, 10. Caleb Muntz, 11. Jiuta Wainiqolo, 12. Josua Tuisova, 13. Iosefo Masi, 14. Kalaveti Ravouvou, 15. Salesi Rayasi
Replacements: 16. Sam Matavesi, 17. Haereiti Hetet, 18. Mesake Doge, 19. Mesake Vocevoce, 20. Albert Tuisue, 21. Philip Baselala, 22. Isaiah Ravula, 23. Sireli Maqala
Australia vs Fiji prediction
Australia begin their mid-year campaign with a Test match against Fiji that will act as a warm-up contest for their three matches against the British & Irish Lions.
2024 was a poor year for the Wallabies as they finished bottom of the Rugby Championship table with just one win from their six games, and they also suffered defeats to Ireland and Scotland in that 12-month spell.
However, they were very much a team in transition and there is a sense that they can be a real force again should head coach Joe Schmidt manage to find the right blend of youth and experience.
Fiji will look to channel memories of their historic win over the Aussies at the 2023 World Cup, and they are certainly a side capable of causing another upset given that they boast a physically imposing pack.
The bookies make hosts Australia heavy favourites but it is unlikely to be a walkover for the Wallabies.
Australia vs Fiji tip: Australia to win by 8-14 points
