Wallabies captain Will Skelton in doubt for Fiji clash with calf issue

Veteran James Slipper replaces injured Taniela Tupou.
Wallabies captain Will Skelton in doubt for Fiji clash with calf issue

CROSSING THEIR FINGERS: Australia’s Will Skelton applauds fans after the game. Pic:  ©INPHO/Dave Winter

The Wallabies have been rocked ahead of a crucial Rugby World Cup clash with skipper Will Skelton in major doubt after suffering a calf issue.

The giant lock pulled up late in their training session with a tight calf and was sent for scans ahead of the Wallabies’ clash with Fiji in Saint-Etienne on Sunday.

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