‘We have to be better’: Kiss says Wallabies defence a priority after third straight rout
The Wallabies conceded over 40 points for a third straight Test match, in a record defeat to England. Coach Les Kiss says it’s not good enough.
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The Wallabies conceded over 40 points for a third straight Test match, in a record defeat to England. Coach Les Kiss says it’s not good enough.
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