LIVE: The Wallaroos have struck first for a 7-0 lead over Fijiana after 15 minutes in Canberra.
The match begins a stacked calendar for the Australians, who are set to head to the USA for the first-time ever as part of the Pacific Four series.
Watch every second of the Wallaroos 2026 season live and on demand via Stan Sport.
Interim coach Sam Needs has named six potential debutants, including Western Force duo Nicole Ledington and Brooklyn Teki-Joyce.
Sevens duo Sidney Taylor and Piper Simons have also been named, with replacements Brittany Merlo and Lily Bone also set for their debuts.
The Australians have never been defeated by the Fijians, who are coming off a group stage exit at last year's World Cup.
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Wallaroos 7-0: Nicole Ledington, welcome to Test footy!
The flyhalf shows her class with a lovely show and go to break the line from nothing, stepping to beat the fullback and score a great solo try.
The Wallaroos are all over the Fijians but can't make the final pass stick.
Maya Stewart races into space but can't find her other winger Brooklyn Teki-Joyce.
Emily Chancellor then drops the ball right at the line after they win the turnover.
The Aussies can't covert the pressure after back-to-back lineouts on Fiji's five metre line.
The first one is pinged for a Fijian penalty for side entry but the Aussies are denied a certain try after referee Amber McLachlan rules obstruction as they settled the maul.
Early signs that Fijiana are here to play as they work the play inside the 22.
But a great ruck steal from Faitala Moleka forces the penalty and allows the relieving kick for touch.
The anthems are sung and this game is ready to get underway.
Debutant Nicole Ledington kicks the ball long from the kick-off as the Wallaroos look to start their season on a bright note.
Early nerves from Force teammate Brooklyn Teki-Joyce as she drops the ball close to halfway and we'll have our first scrum of the game.
Tries: Ledington
Cons: Wood 1/1
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Welcome to Rugby.com.au's coverage of the Wallaroos' first Test of 2026 against Fijiana.
Conditions have drastically improved since earlier in the day, with the torrential rain from earlier in the day clearing. It's expected to be clear throughout the game, with cool temperatures welcoming both sides.
Australia have won the toss and will kick-off, running north to south.
Plenty to watch for in regards to the Wallaroos, but a keen eye on Sidney Taylor, who's reportedly been impressive since joining from the Sevens.
WALLAROOS (1-15): Brianna Hoy, Adiana Talakai, Bridie O’Gorman, Kaitlan Leaney, Ash Fernandez, Siokapesi Palu Sekona (c), Emily Chancellor, Piper Duck, Samantha Wood, Nicole Ledington, Brooklyn Teki-Joyce, Cecilia Smith, Sidney Taylor, Maya Stewart, Faitala Moleka
Replacements: Brittany Merlo, Faliki Pohiva, Eva Karpani, Michaela Leonard, Lily Bone, Piper Simons, Georgina Friedrichs, Desiree Miller
FIJIANA (1-15): Karalaini Naisewa, Bitila Tawake (c), Tiana Robanakadavu, Mereoni Nakesa, Carletta Yee, Nunia Daunimoala, Alfreda Fisher, Manuqalo Komaitai, Kolora Lomani, Salanieta Kinita, Silika Qalo, Josivini Neihamu, Merewairita Neivoha, Repeka Tove, Litiana Vueti
Replacements: Keleni Marawa, Zipporah Sorokacika, Adi Keri Lawavou, Sulita Waisega, Adi Salaseini Railumu, Evivi Senikarivi, Ivamere Rokowati, Vika Nakacia
Referee: Amber McLachlan (RA)
Assistant Referees: Chloe Sampson (NZR) & Erin Doherty (NZR)
TMO: Rachel Horton (RA)
FPRO: Graham Cooper (RA)
The Wallaroos' clash with Fiji will be shown LIVE on Stan Sport and the Nine Network.
Coverage will be live and ad-free on Stan Sport, slated to start at 4:30 pm (AEDT) with kickoff expected at 4:55 pm.
The game will also be shown on free-to-air television on 9Gem, with coverage beginning at 4:30 pm
