Joe Schmidt won't 'preclude anyone' from Wallabies selection as he confirms James O'Connor 'chat'

https://d3gbf3ykm8gp5c.cloudfront.net/content/uploads/2025/05/06131039/Scmidt-on-OConnor-Wallabies-hopes-120x120.jpg

Today at 13:18

James O'Connor has not played for the Wallabies since 2022, but has 64 caps to his name.

Read more on Planet Rugby

Top 5 Home

1.

Today at 16:31

"I'll be waiting" – England star Henry Pollock assesses his British & Irish Lions chances ahead of Thursday's squad announcement

2.

Today at 16:24

Exeter's England scrum-half Robinson signs new deal

3.

Today at 16:14

Saracens prop Hoskins to retire

4.

Today at 16:11

Henderson returns from injury ahead of Munster game

5.

Today at 16:07

Anglo-Welsh Cup talks back on the table

6.

Today at 16:00

"Nailed on starter" – Tommy Freeman named in five Lions hopefuls that impressed this weekend

7.

Today at 15:57

Larissa Lima Henwood: The incredible journey to play for Brazil at the Rugby World Cup

8.

Today at 15:21

Ex-Ireland star issues stark warning to Sam Prendergast in scathing review of Champions Cup exit

9.

Today at 15:09

Ugo Monye: Henry Pollock 'has to get' British and Irish Lions nod but Sam Prendergast's 'worst performance' has cost him

10.

Today at 15:09

Tigers captain Montoya confirms he is set to leave

11.

Today at 15:03

James O'Connor brings value to Wallabies: Schmidt

12.

Today at 15:03

British & Irish Lions watch: ESPN writers select their starting XVs for Australia tour

13.

Today at 14:49

2025 British and Irish Lions: Full fixture list, referees, kick-off times, venues and more

14.

Today at 14:35

Mack Hansen's Lions hopes take a major hit

15.

Today at 14:24

British & Irish Lions coach is married to famous rugby presenter

16.

Today at 14:01

Caelan Doris injured? The three front runners to lead the British and Irish Lions in Australia

17.

Today at 13:47

Leigh Halfpenny set to quit Harlequins for second division club

18.

Today at 13:41

Injured Lions hopeful Hansen out for about five weeks

19.

Today at 13:25

Lions call-up would come with family benefits: Fin Smith

20.

Today at 13:18

Joe Schmidt won't 'preclude anyone' from Wallabies selection as he confirms James O'Connor 'chat'