Michael Hooper was included in Australia's squad for a five-Test tour of the UK and Europe after pulling out of the Rugby Championship, but James Slipper will lead the Wallabies.
Michael Hooper was included in Australia’s squad for a five-Test tour of the UK and Europe after pulling out of the Rugby Championship, but James Slipper will lead the Wallabies.
“To have Michael back in the group is massive for our team on and off the field and we’ll continue to make sure that he has the support around him he needs,” said Australia coach Dave Rennie.Last week, long-time teammate Bernard Foley said Hooper was in a good place and excited about the tour ahead. The 121-Test star’s decision to step away was widely applauded across the game and in his absence, Slipper captained the side, with Hooper’s fellow Test centurion retaining the armband.
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