Les Kiss named Wallabies coach, won't start until 2026
- Les Kiss will take over as head coach of the Wallabies in mid-2026, after finishing his current contract with the Queensland Reds.
- Joe Schmidt extended his tenure beyond the planned 2024 Rugby Championship finish to align with Kiss's availability and ensure continuity.
- Kiss brings over 20 years of coaching experience across Australia, Ireland, England, and South Africa, having led the Reds since 2024.
- Schmidt said the extension allows for continuity, while Kiss called coaching the Wallabies for the 2027 home Rugby World Cup the 'honour of a lifetime.'
- The transition promises minimal disruption to Australian rugby, offering stability ahead of the 2027 World Cup hosted on home soil.
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