The Wallaroos have kept their undefeated record against Scotland intact with a 30-10 win in Edinburgh.
It was a tough first half but a lapse from the hosts in the second half gave all the room needed for Australia to strike for a crucial win to end their away trip.
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So what did we learn?
Last week's review session must’ve been ringing in the Wallaroos’ ears as they made their chance with numbers count.
Scotland were strong to start the game, but a yellow card to Evie Gallagher was the opening needed to launch Australia’s winning surge, striking three times in seven minutes.
Faitala Moleka was excellent, keeping her poise whilst running a perfect centre line for the third try of the burst. She’s adapted perfectly to the midfield move and was on fire, backing up the try with a 50-22 that allowed Samantha Wood to kick a crucial penalty.
Growth has been the main message out of the Wallaroos and this was a perfect sign of it.
On that, thr Wallaroos’ biggest growth in the WXV Global Series has been their defensive pressure, which has continued to frustrate opponents.
This was a hallmark of the opening quarter against Scotland, as they won three early penalties through relentless pressure.
It’s a crucial aspect that helped them set their rush defence inside their 22, delivering the big plays to stop promising attacks.
They came up with eight on the afternoon whilst limiting Scotland to just three.
Pia Tapsell’s physicality has been a real bonus for the Wallaroos in 2026.
The trans-Tasman back-rower has been exceptional since her elevation into a starting role and provides the bigger body the Aussies have missed with no Tabua Tuinakauvadra.
Her defence was strong across the board, while she consistently made post-contact metres.
She’s thrived in a full-time program in the west and has carved out a real role in a competitive group.
The day started with Michaela Leonard leading both teams out for her 50th, but Desiree Miller quickly joined her in the celebrations after becoming the first Aussie to reach 100 Test points.
Miller is one of the most consistent players in the Wallaroos set-up, and she waltzed over the line for her 19th try.
The powerful winger was at the forefront of the second half comeback with her burst from the kickoff to set up Moleka.
It’s no surprise Miller finished the day with the most tackle busts (four), line breaks (two) and metres (90)
The Wallaroos needed victory to steady the ship before two massive games against Scotland to finish the year.
The improvements were there against England and France, but it meant nothing without a win like this in testing conditions away from home.
Now, they get the chance to rest up and recover before hosting Scotland in Sydney and Canberra, with the potential for a clean sweep still up for grabs.
If they do so, it’ll set the program up perfectly for what’s to come.
