Noah Lolesio

Former Wallabies playmaker backs Noah Lolesio to retain 10 jersey

Whether Lolesio retains his starting role against the world champion Springboks on the Gold Coast is one of several selection issues for coach Dave Rennie after last weekend’s loss to the All Blacks in Perth.

The 21-year-old is yet to impose himself at test level and Rennie could be tempted to move utility Reece Hodge into the No.10 jersey this weekend.

Veteran James O’Connor is back training but may not be rushed back from the groin injury that has sidelined him since mid-May.