Rugby Australia Wallabies coach Les Kiss says Zac Lomax’s return to the NRL and his commitment to the PNG Chiefs for 2028 will not jeopardise Australia’s chances in rugby. Kiss made the comments as he began his Wallabies coaching stint, including a visit to North Sydney Oval. According to the reports, he addressed concerns about whether Lomax could be “blacklisted” from rugby selection due to his NRL return and the PNG contract. Kiss said the PNG Chiefs signing for 2028 means Lomax will not be excluded from rugby pathways. The outlets agree on the key points: Kiss is starting his role with the Wallabies, he is specifically responding to speculation over Lomax’s status, and he frames the PNG Chiefs agreement as resolving any selection concerns. The reports do not provide additional details about Lomax’s immediate NRL team or any formal policy changes, focusing instead on Kiss’s stance that Lomax’s plans will not harm the Wallabies’ prospects.
Les Kiss says Zac Lomax’s PNG Chiefs deal will not affect Wallabies prospects
Rugby Australia Wallabies coach Les Kiss says Zac Lomax’s return to the NRL and his commitment to the PNG Chiefs for 2028 will not jeopardise Australia’s chances in rugby. Kiss made the comments as he...
- Les Kiss says Zac Lomax’s return to the NRL will not affect Wallabies prospects.
- Kiss says Lomax will not be blacklisted from rugby selection.
- Kiss’s comments are tied to Lomax signing with the PNG Chiefs for 2028.
- Kiss makes the remarks as he begins his Wallabies coaching stint.
- The statements are reported in coverage focused on Lomax’s rugby status and future plans.
As Les Kiss began his Wallabies coaching stint by returning to North Sydney Oval, he said Zac Lomax would not be blacklisted in rugby because he has signed with the PNG Chiefs for 2028.
3 hours agoAs Les Kiss began his Wallabies coaching stint by returning to North Sydney Oval, he said Zac Lomax would not be blacklisted in rugby because he has signed with the PNG Chiefs for 2028.
3 hours agoAs Les Kiss began his Wallabies coaching stint by returning to North Sydney Oval, he said Zac Lomax would not be blacklisted in rugby because he has signed with the PNG Chiefs for 2028.
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