Maddison Levi named in Wallaroos squad for 100th Test in Auckland

Tue, Aug 11, 2026, 10:00 PM
Nathan Williamson
by Nathan Williamson
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Australia Sevens superstar Maddison Levi is in line for a potential Wallaroos debut, named in the squad for next week's Test against New Zealand in Auckland on August 22.

In what shapes as the Wallaroos' 100th Test, Levi is one of several Sevens stars named for the clash with the Black Ferns.

Watch every second of the Wallaroos 100th Test live and on demand via Stan Sport.

She joins teammates Tia Hinds, Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea and Bienne Terita in the squad as part of the new aligned program, with Levi slated to join the Ultimate Sevens in September.

The 24-year-old is already Australia's highest-ever try-scorer on the Sevens World Series, recently eclipsing 250 tries.

NSW Waratahs flyer Amelia Whitaker, Queensland Reds skipper Jemma Bemrose and Western Force forward Pia Tapsell are among the other uncapped players in the squad.

Whitaker is fresh off being named Waratahs Player of the Year after a breakout season in sky blue.

Meanwhile, Bemorse and Tapsell were standouts for their respective clubs in their push towards the semi-finals.

In further changes, Waratahs fullback Caitlyn Halse is in line for her first appearance in 2026 after her return from injury.

It comes with several stars on the sidelines, including defending Player of the Year winners Tabua Tuinakauvadra and Georgina Friedrichs

She is joined by powerhouse duo Faliki Pohiva and Adiana Talakai, along with 2026 debutants Ella Ryan and Brooklyn Teki-Joyce.

“Achieving big ambitions requires an army of purpose-driven, disciplined and focus athletes with a management team that provides an environment that maximises potential," Director of Women's High Performance Tim Walsh said. “It is a fresh start for everyone involved in the Wallaroos program and this next campaign is our responsibility to set a platform on the road to 2029.

“In what should be a fantastic occasion for our 100th Test match, our promise to align both programs also starts with the inclusions of Maddison Levi, Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea and Bienne Terita, who will add strike out wide.”

Walsh will help coach the side alongside Mike Ruthven, Reg Tayler, Ben Mowen and Duncan Chubb for the New Zealand Test and WXV Global Series. Sione Fukofuka will commence the Wallaroos Head Coach role in 2027.

WALLAROOS SQUAD FOR TEST AGAINST NEW ZEALAND
  • Jemma Bemrose* (Queensland Reds/Palm Beach Currumbin Alligators) - uncapped
  • Lily Bone - #229 (ACT Brumbies/Orange City) – 3 caps
  • Emily Chancellor - #158 (NSW Waratahs/Sydney University) – 37 caps
  • Piper Duck - #185 (NSW Waratahs/Tumut Bullettes) – 26 caps
  • Waiaria Ellis - #225 (NSW Waratahs/Blacktown Scorpions) – 6 caps
  • Martha Fua - #223 (ACT Brumbies/Blacktown Scorpions) – 4 caps
  • Caitlyn Halse - #210 (NSW Waratahs/Camden Rams) – 15 caps
  • Tia Hinds - #222 (NSW Waratahs/Randwick) – 10 caps
  • Brianna Hoy - #203 (NSW Waratahs/Coffs Harbour Snappers) – 13 caps
  • Eva Karpani - #171 (Queensland Reds/Southern Suburbs) – 46 caps
  • Kaitlan Leaney - #179 (NSW Waratahs/SCU Marlins) – 39 caps
  • Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea - #170 (Queensland Reds/Sunnybank Dragons) – 4 caps
  • Michaela Leonard - #168 (Western Force/Tuggeranong Vikings) – 47 caps
  • Maddison Levi* (Australia Sevens/Bond University) – uncapped
  • Hera-Barb Malcolm Heke - #209 (Western Force/Kalamunda Rugby) – 3 caps
  • Brittany Merlo - #230 (NSW Waratahs/Sydney University) – 3 caps
  • Desiree Miller - #204 (NSW Waratahs/Eastern Suburbs) – 27 caps
  • Faitala Moleka- #199 (ACT Brumbies/Blacktown Scorpions) – 30 caps
  • Tania Naden - #197 (ACT Brumbies/Uni-North Owls) – 29 caps
  • Leilani Nathan - #202 (NSW Waratahs/Hamilton Hawks) – 8 caps
  • Bridie O’Gorman - #180 (NSW Waratahs/Sydney University) – 41 caps
  • Siokapesi Palu Sekona - #194 (ACT Brumbies/Rockdale Rangers) – 27 caps
  • Allana Sikimeti - #212 (Western Force/Norths Eagles Rugby) – 3 caps
  • Piper Simons - #231 (NSW Waratahs/Gordon Rugby) – 3 caps
  • Cecilia Smith - #190 (Western Force/Leeton Dianas) – 30 caps
  • Maya Stewart - #196 (NSW Waratahs/Nelson Bay Gropers) – 26 caps
  • Pia Tapsell* (Western Force/North Shore Rugby Club) – uncapped
  • Bienne Terita - #195 (Australia Sevens/Randwick) – 6 caps
  • Amelia Whitaker* (NSW Waratahs/Randwick) – uncapped
  • Samantha Wood - #207 (Western Force/Kalamunda Rugby) – 15 caps

*denotes uncapped player

Unavailable for selection due to injury
  • Katalina Amosa (knee)
  • Chioma Enyi (ankle)
  • Grace Freeman (leg)
  • Georgina Friedrichs (quad)
  • Atasi Lafai (knee)
  • Tiarah Minns (neck)
  • Manu’a Moleka (knee)
  • Ngamihi Monk (leg)
  • Faliki Pohiva (calf)
  • Ella Ryan (ankle)
  • Adiana Talakai (neck)
  • Brooklyn Teki Joyce (ankle)
  • Tabua Tuinakauvadra (knee)

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