Australia captain Harry Wilson is keen to face New Zealand in the 2027 Rugby World Cup opening match.
South Africa has been drawn in Pool B for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, where Rassie Erasmus and the Springboks will aim to defend their title.
The Wallabies' European tour ended in Paris with a 48–33 defeat to France - sealing their first winless tour of Europe since 1958 and confirming an unprecedented 10 Test losses in a single year.
Japan head coach Eddie Jones says the frequency and severity of sanctions being handed out to players during international matches is getting out of hand.
Ireland claimed their record-biggest win over Australia, while there were also wins for Wales and France in international Test rugby action on Saturday.
Australia head coach Joe Schmidt has asked for patience and for fans to trust the process after they fell to a surprise 19-26 loss to Italy in Udine on Saturday.