Veteran utility back Kurtley Beale ‌has been recalled to the Australia squad for the Nations Championship ‌Tests in Britain, replacing Hunter Paisami, who has withdrawn for personal reasons.

The 37-year-old won the last of his 95 caps against Wales in Cardiff in 2021 and was named in the Wallabies squad in 2024 ​before an Achilles injury ended his season.

Coach Les Kiss said Beale’s experience ⁠and versatility would be valuable, with the Western ‌Force ‌player ​primarily providing midfield cover.

“He has the versatility to play a number of positions across ⁠the backline,” Kiss ​said in a statement on ​Wednesday.

“Kurtley’s ‌also been in great form ​for the Western Force in Super Rugby Pacific and ⁠Super Rugby AUS and ⁠is ​excited to contribute to the environment.”

Former Northampton Saints back James Ramm has also been added to the squad following an impressive campaign with Northland in New Zealand’s provincial championship.

Ramm, who will join Western Force next season, can play on the ‌wing or at ⁠fullback.

Scrumhalf Kalani Thomas will join the squad after his Australia A commitments, with Tate McDermott expected ‌to return home during November for the birth of his first ​child.

The Wallabies meet England at Twickenham on ​November 8th, before further Tests against Scotland and Wales.

Australia squad

Forwards (19)

Props: Allan Alaalatoa, Angus Bell, Massimo De Lutiis, Isaac Kailea, Tom Lambert, Taniela Tupou.

Hookers: Josh Nasser, Brandon Paenga-Amosa, Billy Pollard.

Locks: Miles Amatosero, Josh Canham, Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Lachlan Shaw, Jeremy Williams.

Backrows: Tom Hooper, Fraser McReight, Carlo Tizzano, Rob Valetini, Harry Wilson (capt).

Backs (16)

Scrumhalves: Ryan Lonergan, Tate McDermott, Kalani Thomas, Teddy Wilson.

Outhalves: Ben Donaldson, Carter Gordon, Declan Meredith.

Centres: Kurtley Beale, Filipo Daugunu, Isaac Henry, Len Ikitau, Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.

Outside backs: Max Jorgensen, Harry Potter, James Ramm, Tom Wright.

Source: The Irish Times · Wed Oct 28 2026 - 10:03 • 2 MIN READ

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