The Wallabies have received a giant boost in their quest for the Bledisloe Cup, with towering second-rower Will Skelton set to play the second Test against New Zealand in Perth next month.

Skelton, who has been one of Australia’s best players this year, flew back to France after the Wallabies’ two Tests against South Africa last month to link up with his club team La Rochelle.

Skelton won’t play in Saturday’s opening Bledisloe Cup fixture in Auckland but Rugby Australia has confirmed the 33-year-old will link up with the squad in Perth ahead of game two on October 4.

Both Bledisloe matches fall inside the international window, but RA had been in talks with La Rochelle to ensure Skelton’s release. Skelton was eager to play game one in New Zealand.

The Wallabies need to win both games ag

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