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The Wallabies have lifted to third on the world rugby rankings - but just how real that improvement is will be proven on the fields of Europe next month

The Wallabies have lifted to third on the world rugby rankings - but just how real that improvement is will be proven on the fields of Europe next month

24 October 2021

Despite the early loss of fullback Reece Hodge, Australia overcame stubborn resistance from Japan to make a winning start to their 2021 spring tour.

The 32 - 23 win over the Brave Blossoms in Oita means the Wallabies have won five straight Tests for the first time since the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

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