Schmidt Backs Rookie Meredith to End Wallabies’ Terrible Run As Joe Schmidt prepares for his final test match as Wallabies coach, the Australian rugby team faces a daunting task against Italy in Perth on Saturday.
The stakes are high, not just for the players, but also for the embattled coach who has been under intense scrutiny throughout his tenure.
Schmidt's decision to back rookie playmaker Declan Meredith, despite a lackluster debut against France, raises questions about the team's readiness for the Italian challenge.